Gert P. Westert, PhD

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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.

June 21st 2013

Accountable Care Organizations: How to Dress for Success

Arthur P. Hayen, MSc Michael J. van den Berg, PhD Bert R. Meijboom, PhD Gert P. Westert, PhD

Accountable care organizations will be more successful in taking on accountability for patient outcomes when market and firm organization get a balanced treatment.