COURSE 1 OF 7. This course introduces you to value-based care (VBC). Although the information provided is not exhaustive, it will provide a foundation for future learning and further thinking on VBC. You will examine the history of Medicare and Medicaid, as well as the evolution of commercial insurance, TRICARE and the Veterans Health Administration. History is an important tool for understanding the healthcare system in the United States. You will be able to learn about how each mechanism was created, who they served, and what changes took place over time. The focus will be on funding and expenditures. This course will also help you to understand the evolution and development of quality measures and healthcare outcomes. Once you have a solid understanding of quality and how it is measured, then you can start a knowledge-building exploration into the components of healthcare quality. This is why it is important. Value-based care models require providers to meet quality standards and improve patients' health outcomes. To create a plan that positively impacts the value of your healthcare organization's healthcare organization, you will use a national network of quality measures in the summative assignment.
