Paving A Path Towards Value-Based Care (VBC) Success Through Stronger Patient Engagement
With the healthcare industry transitioning to value-based care (VBC), patient engagement has become critical for improving health outcomes. Encouraging physicians to prioritize patient engagement can save costs, as studies have shown patients who were provided with decision-making support had reduced their overall costs by 5.3%. By leveraging digital health technologies, providers can strengthen patient engagement and drive success in value-based care initiatives.
Patient engagement requires physicians to establish a strong connection with their patients. During the COVID-19 pandemic, disruptions in traditional care delivery showed the importance of maintaining these relationships through virtual care solutions. Patients taking the initiative in their treatments increase their knowledge about their conditions, leading to better management of their health and promoting shared decision-making.
The Value of Digital Health Solutions
As healthcare organizations increasingly adopt digital health solutions, building patient trust becomes paramount. Using digital health platforms to help physicians interact with their patients can improve their healthcare experiences and become proactive with their treatments. In addition, these tools can streamline administrative tasks for providers by sending appointment reminders and follow-up messages to patients, increasing show rates.
Leveraging AI for Personalized Care Experiences
AI-powered tools play a pivotal role in enhancing patient engagement by predicting patient needs and health patterns. These technologies enable healthcare providers to deliver personalized care plans, improving treatment adherence, and reducing healthcare costs. Predictive analytics that are driven by AI can also help to support physicians in improving patient outcomes by detecting patterns in their data to indicate any potential risks, allowing for early interventions.
Reshaping the Future of Healthcare
Patient engagement is foundational to excelling in VBC, enhancing chronic disease management, and increasing health literacy for patients. Healthcare providers can support their patients through frequent and transparent communication. Focusing on strong patient-provider relationships, leveraging AI-driven technologies, and adopting digital health solutions enable healthcare organizations to enhance patient engagement.
References:
https://www.medicaleconomics.com/view/drive-better-outcomes-with-a-strong-patient-provider-relationship
https://www.healthcaretechoutlook.com/news/various-ai-applications-in-patient-engagement--nid-4239.html
https://medcitynews.com/2024/04/patient-engagement-is-essential-for-achieving-the-goals-of-value-based-care/
https://www.healthaffairs.org/content/briefs/patient-engagement