hfm Magazine
Value-driven healthcare is a common theme that spans any and all healthcare reform initiatives. Government and commercial payers are spending considerable time and energy planning and implementing pilot programs around clinical integration and innovative payment systems. These programs range from innovative bundled payment methods to accountable care organizations (ACOs) and patient-centered medical homes (PCMHs). This article explores five ways that providers can prepare for payment changes and be better positioned for success under a value-based reimbursement system.