Population Health Management: Justice, Access, and Financial Implications
Aligning Healthcare Quality with Population Needs: A Deep Dive
When: Tuesday, Sept. 26th, 2023
Time:
- 5:30pm-6:30pm – Networking/Mentoring
- 6:30pm-8:00pm – Presentation/Panel Discussion
In today’s fast-evolving healthcare landscape, organizations face a pivotal shift from volume-based reimbursements to a value-centric approach. This transformation holds profound implications for how we view and approach patient care.
Utah Healthcare Executives (UHE), in collaboration with The American College of Healthcare Executives (ACHE), is organizing a comprehensive program to address this shift, focusing on the overarching theme of population health.
Understanding the Paradigm Shift
As we pivot from the traditional volume-centric models, healthcare organizations bear a heightened responsibility. It’s no longer just about treatments and hospital visits. It’s about:
- Resource Allocation: Ensuring adequate resources align with the needs of a given population.
- Community Health: Proactively working to keep patients out of acute healthcare settings, aiming instead for community-based care.
- Equitable Care: Coordinating care that addresses social determinants of health with an emphasis on equity.
The Role of Pioneering Models
Several trailblazing organizations have stepped up to the challenge, creating models like Accountable Care Organizations. These models obligate them to take full responsibility for the beneficiaries under their care. With an increase in the acuity of care, the focus now shifts from merely treating patients to ensuring their overall well-being in the community.
Challenges in Population Health Management
The task is monumental. How do healthcare entities efficiently reduce costs while simultaneously enhancing the quality and accessibility of care, especially in underserved communities? These communities often lack the necessary resources and knowledge for self-care, preventing acute health crises, and managing chronic diseases. This hurdle remains a significant challenge in the widespread adoption of population health strategies.
Event Location:
Weber State University, Davis Campus
Stewart Center Ballroom
2750 University Park Blvd.
Layton, UT 84041-9099
RSVP Now! Secure your spot by Friday, Sept. 15th. You can reach out to Jasmine Juarez directly at uhe.ache@gmail.com
We invite healthcare professionals, students, and all interested parties to join this enlightening discussion. Let’s collaboratively brainstorm solutions and take meaningful steps toward a healthier tomorrow for all communities.











