Maximizing the Value of Employee Benefits with Quality Measurement & Reporting

by Peter A. Wadsworth Aug. 8, 2024
This article outlines how employers can enhance the value of health benefits through healthcare quality initiatives. It emphasizes the importance of a comprehensive quality measurement and reporting system, including metrics for patient safety, clinical outcomes, and patient-reported experiences. Employers can use this data to select high-quality providers, negotiate better contracts, and implement value-based care models. A focus on primary care, collaboration with healthcare providers, and employee education are critical strategies to drive quality improvements and reduce costs​entitled Improving Health Quality in the Employer Sponsored Insurance Market.

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