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VIP interview: Paul M. Ellwood, Jr., M.D
1Health Outcomes Institute.
Managed Care Quarterly
|January 3, 1994
Summary
Dr. Paul Ellwood, a key figure in American health care, pioneered market competition through HMOs and PPOs. He now leads efforts to reform the US health system for universal coverage and accountability.
Area of Science:
- Health Policy Research
- Health Care Reform
- Health Outcomes Management
Background:
- Paul Ellwood, Jr., M.D., is a prominent leader in American health care reform.
- He has significantly influenced health care by introducing market competition via Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs) and Preferred Provider Organizations (PPOs).
- Dr. Ellwood has also championed the business coalition movement and integrated health delivery models.
Discussion:
- The Jackson Hole Group, led by Dr. Ellwood, is developing 'The 21st Century American Health System'.
- This initiative focuses on comprehensive health policy reform across private and public sectors.
- Key objectives include achieving universal insurance coverage and implementing managed competition.
Key Insights:
- The Outcomes Management System has been developed for payors, patients, and providers.
- Focus on health outcomes accountability is central to proposed reforms.
- Dr. Ellwood's work emphasizes integrating competition and accountability in healthcare delivery.
Outlook:
- The proposed 21st Century American Health System aims for universal insurance coverage.
- Managed competition and health outcomes accountability are central to the reform agenda.
- Continued leadership from Dr. Ellwood and the Jackson Hole Group is expected to drive policy changes.
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