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Experienced Providers Offer a Road Map to Successfully Take on Greater Risk
Many hospitals and health systems are grappling with how to evolve their care delivery models, and which payment models can support their transformation goals. A newly released AHA Center for Health Innovation Market Insights report – Evolving Care Models – explores the rapidly changing dynamics in alternative payment models (APMs) and the new capabilities hospitals and health systems need to succeed under these arrangements. The report provides valuable lessons for those in the midst of care delivery changes in these models and shares a road map for organizations to follow as they accelerate their transition to greater levels of risk.
Seniors Have Fewer ‘Unhealthy Days’ When Screened for Social Determinants
Humana’s “Bold Goal” of improving the health of seniors through better management of populations in seven U.S. cities is showing promising results, according to a recent report from the health insurer. Medicare Advantage members living in the company’s original seven Bold Goal communities have seen a 2.7 percent reduction in unhealthy days since 2015, the report notes. In San Antonio, members saw a 9.8 percent reduction in unhealthy days, which is halfway toward their goal.
AHA Statement Before the House Rules Committee Re: Medicare for All Act of 2019
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2018’s Health Care Disruptors
New entrants are seeking ways to provide a better care experience through consumer-driven, innovative approaches. The AHA Center for Health Innovation's Disruptor Framework identifies three market forces driving the disruption of legacy hospital and health system business models and classifies disruptors into six key archetypes.
2019 Environmental Scan: Innovation and Coordination
The health care field is transforming. New entrants and unique partnerships are accelerating this transformation. Hospitals and health systems are preparing for the future by investing in innovative technologies and cultures. Teams, technology and data will spur the advancement of care coordination throughout the continuum of care, improving outcomes, addressing affordability and reducing friction for individuals.
Looking Ahead to 2019: 10 Predictions for Hospitals and Health Systems
These 10 events, forces and trends — based on the collective insights from leading health care experts — should be on the radar of hospitals and health systems in 2019 as they prepare for a full and robust year of disruptive innovations from new market entrants and vertical integrators.
Don’t overlook the low-tech solutions that can promote value in your organizations
In this AHA Stat Blog, Priya Bathija, vice president of AHA’s The Value Initiative, writes that, while high-tech innovations are significant, we must not forget about affordable alternatives that are within easy reach. She shares examples of these types of solutions developed by hospitals and health systems.
Sharing Meaningful Pricing Information with the Public
Illness or injury is stressful for patients and families, and the added uncertainty around how much care will cost can be overwhelming—especially for patients without insurance.