The Cost of Low-Value Care
The use of low-value care and the associated cost is a significant concern in the US healthcare system. However, solutions to measure, identify, and eliminate low-value care are challenging and complex.
This article was collaboratively written by A. Mark Fendrick, MD, director of the V-BID Center, and several V-BID Center staff. The following infographic was created by V-BID Center staff.
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To learn more about how VBID can address the issue of low-value care, view the infographic below, and visit
References
1. Chernew ME, Rosen AB, Fendrick AM. Value-based insurance design. Health Aff (Millwood). 2007;26(2):w195—203.
2. Chernew ME, Juster IA, Shah M, Wegh A, Rosenberg SN, Rosen AB, et al. Evidence that value-based insurance can be effective. Health Aff (Millwood). 2010;29(3):530—6.
3. Appleby J. Carrot-and-stick health plans aim to cut costs [Internet].Menlo Park (CA): Kaiser Family Foundation; 2010 Mar 11 [cited 2010 Aug 11]. Available from:
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