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The value analysis team: a shared mental model.

Kathryn Lang¹, Bradley Eaton

¹St Mary's Hospital for Children, 216th Street, Bayside, NY 11360, USA. klang@stmaryskids.org

The Health Care Manager

|May 13, 2009

Summary

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Value analysis teams standardize product procurement and use in hospitals, achieving significant cost savings. A Medical/Surgical Value Analysis Team saved one health system $1.2 million.

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Area of Science:

Health Care Management
Health Economics
Operations Research

Background:

Hospitals and health systems face increasing pressure to control costs.
Standardizing product procurement and usage is a key strategy for cost containment.
Value analysis teams (VATs) have emerged as a successful mechanism for achieving these goals.

Purpose of the Study:

To examine the critical considerations for establishing effective value analysis teams.
To provide guidance on managing the operational aspects of VATs.
To identify the essential qualities and qualifications of personnel involved in VATs.

Main Methods:

Case study analysis of a successful Medical/Surgical Value Analysis Team.
Review of best practices in healthcare procurement and value analysis.
Qualitative assessment of team composition and management strategies.

Main Results:

Value analysis teams have demonstrated substantial financial benefits, with one team saving $1.2 million.
Successful VATs require careful planning regarding team formation and operational guidance.
Involvement of qualified and skilled individuals is crucial for maximizing team effectiveness.

Conclusions:

Implementing value analysis teams is a proven strategy for significant cost reduction in healthcare.
Managers must consider strategic planning, operational guidance, and personnel selection for VAT success.
Effective VATs contribute to the financial health of hospitals and health systems.