Gert P. Westert, PhD
Articles
July 17th 2018
ACOs With Risk-Bearing Experience Are Likely Taking Steps to Reduce Low-Value Medical Services
Margje H. Haverkamp, MD, PhD David Peiris, MD, PhD Alexander J. Mainor, JD, MPH Gert P. Westert, PhD Meredith B. Rosenthal, PhD Thomas D. Sequist, MD, MPH Carrie H. Colla, PhD
Experience with risk-based contracting best predicts active engagement of accountable care organizations in reducing low-value medical services, mainly through physician education and encouraging shared decision making.
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