Health Payer Intelligence April 16, 2021
The value-based kidney care agreement includes care coordination and home healthcare goals as well as an awareness campaign for both primary care providers and members.
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota (Blue Cross) announced a value-based kidney care agreement with a DaVita Integrated Kidney Care program for members who have chronic kidney disease or end stage kidney disease.
“By collaborating with VillageHealth, we are committed to enhancing the quality of life for thousands of members, while simultaneously reducing the cost of care by improving outcomes related to kidney disease,” said Dr. Mark Steffen, chief medical officer of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota.
The value-based agreement encompassed four primary elements. The goal will be to reduce healthcare spending...