In a recent press release, Premier Inc released a guide for health systems that dicusses how to effectively use new tools, data, case studies and other resources to improve the post-acute network development process, and replicate and scale successful strategies.
According to a recent survey conducted by Premier, Inc, while 85 percent of health system leaders are interested in creating or expanding partnerships with preferred and local post-acute care providers, 9 out of 10 report they may experience challenges in creating these partnerships, according to a Premier Inc. (NASDAQ:PINC) survey.
The survey findings highlight both the impetus for health systems to enlist post-acute care partners, and the need for guidance as they navigate how to optimize these partnerships to ensure patients receive optimal care.
With a direct link in post-acute care variation and overall health system performance under evolving payment models, it is imperative for providers to effectively coordinate care across the continuum – especially those engaged in alternative payment models, such as accountable care organizations (ACOs) or bundled payment programs. Premier has released a guide for health systems that discusses how to effectively use new tools, data, case studies and other resources to improve the post-acute network development process, and replicate and scale successful strategies.
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