Two Essential Shifts for Success
Value-based care (VBC) is a care delivery model in which providers are rewarded for quality health outcomes rather than the quantity of care delivered. In this approach, which differs from a traditional fee-for-service model, providers focus on improving the health of a population of patients by offering care that is focused on prevention, best evidence and personalization.
Shifting to a successful value-based care model requires collaboration between health plans, dental benefits administrators (DBAs) and providers. This report explores two of the key elements required for success:
- Setting up alternative payment models and increasing provider adoption
- Forging strong partnerships between health plans and DBAs to implement a program