Value-Based Care Insights New Episode NOW On-Demand
As hospitals and health systems continue to evolve in value-based care, optimizing the post-acute recovery process has become a top priority. On this episode Dan is joined by Diane Shifley, Assistant Vice President of Population Health and Post-Acute Services at a major Chicago health system to discuss how robust transitions-in-care programs can drive better patient outcomes. She shares insights on the critical role of early patient evaluation—whether at hospital admission or pre-surgery—in shaping effective transitions. They explore how transitional care models, including post-acute facilities and home care, can reduce readmission rates, improve patient satisfaction, and control post-acute costs. This episode offers actionable strategies to strengthen your transitions-in-care to support patients through successful recovery.
Key Takeaways:
- Engaging patients prior to surgery enables more personalized and effective discharge planning – setting the stage for smoother transitions and better outcomes.
- For patients with complex needs, home-based care offers a high-value alternative to facility-based recovery, reducing 30-day readmissions and improving patient and caregiver engagement.
- To succeed in value-based care, hospitals and providers must build intentional, outcomes-driven transition programs that support population health, reduce care variation, and meet quality and financial benchmarks.
About The Show
Value-Based Care Insights is a radio show on Healthcare NOW Radio, that explores how to optimize the performance of programs to meet the demands of an increasing value-based care payment environment. It is hosted by Dan Marino (@DjmarinoHD) and highlights recognized experts in the field and within Lumina Health Partners (@LuminaHP).
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