Why Janel Sia Can’t Imagine Doing Anything Else

Witnessing firsthand the sacrifice and hard work required to build a sustainable life in this country, Yuvo co-founder Janel Sia feels destined to lead a purpose-driven life.

Carmelo Cruz Reyes is on a Mission to Pay It Forward

Chief Managed Care Officer and co-founder Carmelo Cruz Reyes didn’t set his sights on a career in healthcare, nor did he intend to become a leader in the field; he simply wanted to lift himself out of poverty. Now, more than 20 years later, he’s in his dream role, supporting his family, and giving a voice to the agencies that directly serve vulnerable and medically disenfranchised populations.

Strengthening Community Health for FQHCs Through Technology

Technology is extremely important for proactive clinical decision-making, eliminating administrative obstacles, improving access, and strengthening the patient-provider relationship. However, we cannot rely on technology alone. We must also use policy levers and emerging reimbursement strategies to create an environment where FQHCs have the skills, resources, and bandwidth to successfully adopt and leverage health IT tools for the greater good.

How FQHCs in NY Should Prepare to Participate in the 2022 VBP Roadmap

More and more opportunities are arising for FQHCs in New York State, which has ambitious goals for health system reform, to participate in value-based care.

NY's 2022 VBP Roadmap: How FQHCs Can Benefit From Value-Based Care

For Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) in NY with a grounding in value-based care, 2022's new Value-Based Payment (VBP) Roadmap contains many familiar elements. FQHCs can choose from three levels of risk, each of which includes its own calculation for potential shared savings returned to the contracting entities.

Building on DSRIP With a New Roadmap to Value-Based Care for FQHCs in NY

For five years, New York’s $8 billion DSRIP initiative guided the redevelopment of the state’s Medicaid program. Now, a new Value-Based Payment Roadmap aims to take some of the most successful components of DSRIP to invite FQHCs in NY to actively participate in value-based care.

How Cesar Herrera Designed a Career He Didn’t Know Existed

Cesar Herrera is on a mission to support FQHCs in giving patients the quality care they need to thrive. He didn't always know this was his path, though. Read to learn Cesar's journey to becoming the leader he'd wanted to look to in his own community.

Using Value-Based Care to Strengthen Partnerships Between FQHCs and Community-Based Organizations

Value-based care can be a springboard for building stronger, more effective partnerships between FQHCs and community-based organizations so FQHCs can better provide the holistic, personalized care that vulnerable populations desperately need.

How Changes in the Medicare 2022 Physician Fee Schedule Align With Value-Based Care for FQHCs

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has made some significant changes in the 2022 Physician Fee Schedule that directly benefit FQHCs – and give these community health centers even more of an incentive to embrace value-based care (VBC) for all their patients.

How FQHCs Can Build a Better Contract to See Success with Value-Based Care

FQHCs don’t always have the in-house resources they need to negotiate advantageous terms in a value-based care contract. With the right support and knowhow, FQHCs can overcome their contracting challenges and set themselves up for financial and clinical success.

Shifting the Healthcare Paradigm: Redesigning Value-Based Care to Favor FQHCs

We have to ensure that FQHCs feel included in the broader health ecosystem and that they can work well with their partners across the care continuum. That means shifting our thinking on how to design value-based care models for providers who serve Medicaid beneficiaries and the uninsured.

Preparing for Success with Value-Based Care: A Checklist for Federally Qualified Health Centers

Getting started with value-based care doesn’t have to be difficult. If you are an FQHC looking to take your first steps into this new financial environment, this checklist can help assess your readiness and put you on the right path to success.

Top 3 Reasons FQHCs Need to Start Their Journey to Value-Based Care Right Now

Everyone likes immediate results, but true success with value-based care takes time, commitment, and persistence. Is it worth it to start right now? All signs point to “yes.”

Best Practices for FQHCs Preparing to Participate in Value-Based Care

Whether taking advantage of an IPA or going it alone, FQHCs have a lot to consider, including these best practices for getting started in the world of value-based reimbursement.

Common Challenges and Opportunities of Value-Based Care for FQHCs

Formally moving away from fee-for-service by joining a value-based care model can help FQHCs overcome some of their most deeply entrenched financial and clinical challenges.

Surveying the Value-Based Care Landscape for FQHCs

Value-based care is only going to become more widespread as federal regulators, commercial payers, and other influential stakeholders double down on their commitment to its successful approach. Here's more on what that means for Federally Qualified Health Centers.

The Value-Based Care Contracting Checklist for Community Health Centers

Before you sign on the dotted line, make sure your FQHC is fully informed and aligned with your targeted payer around all the complicated details of a value-based care contract.

Is Value-Based Care Right for Your Community Health Center?

Value-based care offers many opportunities to community health centers struggling to find success in a difficult reimbursement environment. Is joining the value-based care movement the right step for your FQHC?

Demystifying Value-Based Care for FQHCs: What Is an IPA, Anyway?

Value-based care doesn’t have to be complicated, especially when you have an independent provider association (IPA) on your side. Let’s debunk some common myths about IPAs and explore their important role in helping FQHCs succeed with value-based care.

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