Transparency and Collaboration Key to the Success of Value-Based Payment Models
April 20th 2017As the task of describing value delivery in cancer care seems to grow in complexity the closer that we examine it, this is essential in order to both rationally control the growth of healthcare costs and ensure that we do not undermine patient care.
Making Sense of Advanced Payment Models
April 19th 2017The American Society of Clinical Oncology has developed the Patient-Centered Oncology Payment (PCOP) model with the hope that PCOP will be accepted by CMS as an advanced alternative payment model, and become available to medical oncologists as an alternative to the Merit-based Incentive Payment System.
Why Oncologists Need Technology to Succeed in Alternative Payment Models
April 19th 2017The emergence of alternative payment models, as exemplified by the Oncology Care Model, is requiring oncologists to develop new solutions to meet the requirements of these programs. Technology available at the point of care offers an efficient solution to many of the most labor-intensive processes.
Value-Based Payment Models in Oncology: Will They Help or Hinder Patient Access to New Treatments?
April 18th 2017The Deloitte Center for Health Solutions recently interviewed individuals from health plans, providers, and clinical pathway developers that are participating, supporting, or evaluating oncology payment models to understand what approaches are perceived to be working, the early results, and the potential impact on innovation.
An Oncologist's Perspective: Preparation for New Payment Models in Cancer Care
April 17th 2017A dive into the Quality Payment Program and other healthcare reform models introduced in cancer care that healthcare providers are adjusting to as we move toward value-based care.
How to Create Successful Alternative Payment Models in Oncology
April 17th 2017By identifying ways to improve cancer care and then designing alternative payment models (APMs) to overcome current payment barriers, APMs can enable oncology practices to deliver better care to patients and save money for payers in a way that is financially sustainable for the practices.