AHRQ Innovations Exchange ► August 15, 2012 Issue

AHRQ Innovations Exchange

August 15, 2012 Issue
Innovative Payment Policies This issue includes

Innovations:

• Insurer Contracting Program Leads to Spending Slowdown and Higher Quality 
• Medical Center Establishes Infrastructure to Manage Care Under Capitated Contracts
• Multispecialty Practice Uses Time Credit Payments to Enhance Access to Care

QualityTools:

• Pay for Performance: A Decision Guide for Purchasers
• PROMETHEUS Payment® Implementation Toolkit   

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