To increase profitability of services covered under bundled payments, the healthcare quality professional should recommend starting with an analysis of efficiency. Bundled payments provide a single payment for all services related to a treatment or condition, incentivizing providers to deliver care more efficiently. Analyzing efficiency can help identify areas where resources can be used more effectively, reducing costs while maintaining or improving quality, which is critical for profitability under bundled payment models.
* Safety (B): While crucial, safety alone may not directly impact profitability under bundled payments.
* Access (C): Improving access is important but may not directly influence profitability in the context of bundled payments.
* Equity (D): Equity is essential for quality care but is not the primary focus when aiming to increase profitability under bundled payments.
References
* NAHQ Body of Knowledge: Efficiency and Cost Management in Healthcare
* NAHQ CPHQ Exam Preparation Materials: Analyzing Quality in Bundled Payment Models
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