Commonwealth Fund May 30, 2025
TOPLINES
Value-based payment could help community health centers remain financially stable while staying true to their mission — but most need support to make the transition
Partnerships with organizations like primary care associations and health IT networks can help community health centers build the infrastructure and expertise needed to succeed in value-based care
Value-based payment (VBP) — which ties health care reimbursement to quality and cost outcomes — has gained traction across the health care sector. Primary care providers participating in VBP arrangements have often performed well, likely due to their focus on prevention and cost-efficient care. However, community health centers (CHCs), which provide primary care to more than 31 million people across the country, have faced challenges entering into...







