Nice dream! Sometimes when solving wicked problems it’s useful to envision the perfect solution. Even if we can’t get entirely there, how close could we get? Thanks for the thoughtful piece, Ben.
Very well stated. The ASC model has clearly proven that allowing the physicians ownership improves efficiencies, lowers costs while providing better outcomes. Think of the improvement as you expand the ownership. I would add to the MSK hospital the opportunity for family medicine doctors to have a share as well. The concept of our government excluding them from investing in the care of patients is absurd.
Dream on ... your concept is admirable, but not viable.
You, your employees and the community are going to 'buy' a hospital, yet it will be non-profit? A non-profit ESOP?
You're not going to take insurance yet work w/ACOs, CMS and Medicaid. Those are all insurance vehicles ... just as ObamaCare isn't healthcare legislation, it's national health insurance payment legislation.
Nice dream! Sometimes when solving wicked problems it’s useful to envision the perfect solution. Even if we can’t get entirely there, how close could we get? Thanks for the thoughtful piece, Ben.
Very well stated. The ASC model has clearly proven that allowing the physicians ownership improves efficiencies, lowers costs while providing better outcomes. Think of the improvement as you expand the ownership. I would add to the MSK hospital the opportunity for family medicine doctors to have a share as well. The concept of our government excluding them from investing in the care of patients is absurd.
Dream on ... your concept is admirable, but not viable.
You, your employees and the community are going to 'buy' a hospital, yet it will be non-profit? A non-profit ESOP?
You're not going to take insurance yet work w/ACOs, CMS and Medicaid. Those are all insurance vehicles ... just as ObamaCare isn't healthcare legislation, it's national health insurance payment legislation.
Again, admirable vision, but not achievable.
This is so good. You minced no words about insurance and the role of tech in healthcare. Definitely my best read for the month.