Capitated contracting roles and relationships in healthcare

Citation
Gj. Bazzoli et al., Capitated contracting roles and relationships in healthcare, J HEALTHC M, 45(3), 2000, pp. 170-187
Citations number
20
Categorie Soggetti
Public Health & Health Care Science
Journal title
JOURNAL OF HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT
ISSN journal
10969012 → ACNP
Volume
45
Issue
3
Year of publication
2000
Pages
170 - 187
Database
ISI
SICI code
1096-9012(200005/06)45:3<170:CCRARI>2.0.ZU;2-I
Abstract
Capitated contracting of health providers has created substantial change in healthcare markets. This article assesses how capitation affects the roles and relationships of healthcare organizations. In-depth case studies were conducted of eight major hospital-led integrated health networks/systems an d two large integrated medical groups. Types of capitated contracts employe d, contract support capabilities developed, relationships among providers i n the support services, and lessons learned about capitation were explored. The experiences of these organizations provide valuable guidance for healt h executives as they develop or refine capitated contracting strategies.