Primary care providers are expected to be the quarterbacks of their patients’ care. But when it comes to managing patients who also need specialty care, too often it feels like they’ve been left alone on the field. Recently I had the pleasure of speaking with Erika Grotto, host of the “Voices” podcast from the Healthcare Financial Management Association (HFMA) on the need for closer teamwork between specialty care and primary care physicians. Some of the key areas we touched on include: · How limited access to specialty care may force primary care practices to expand the services they deliver beyond their clinical comfort level · Why primary care physicians struggle to identify the best, highest-value specialists for patients with complex health needs · How the lack of communication between specialists and primary care providers creates gaps and fragments care. These are all challenges that we at Evolent are taking on, as we seek to create a more connected care experience. Through innovative models, navigation programs and other tools, we can help improve member outcomes and experience throughout the patient journey. To listen to my conversation with Erika, tune in at 10:10 on this link: https://lnkd.in/eyhzi9PV #health #healthcare #valuebasedcare
How can we bridge the gap between primary care and specialty services effectively?
It's interesting to see the challenges that primary care providers face when managing patients with complex health needs. The lack of communication between specialists and primary care providers can indeed lead to gaps and fragmented care. What strategies do you think can be implemented to improve collaboration and create a more connected care experience?