Executive Summary

 In this module, you will have the opportunity to master the following competency:

  • Evaluate the current financing and reimbursement models within the U.S. healthcare delivery system.

Further, the content in this module will help you achieve the following learning objectives:

  • Explain the impact of traditional reimbursement models on healthcare quality, costs, and access.
  • Evaluate managed care reimbursement models relevance within the healthcare system.
  • Analyze alternate healthcare payment methods.
  • Examine the factors that drive the need for alternative payment methods.
  • Describe current challenges with provider reimbursement.