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Making a Medical Home for IBD Patients
Lawrence R Kosinski1,2, Joel Brill3, Miguel Regueiro4
1Illinois Gastroenterology Group, Elgin, IL, USA. lkosinski@illinoisgastro.com.
Current Gastroenterology Reports
|April 12, 2017
Summary
The Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) model offers a successful framework for gastroenterologists managing inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). This team-based, technology-enabled approach improves patient outcomes and aligns with value-based care.
Area of Science:
- Gastroenterology
- Health Services Research
- Value-Based Care
Background:
- The shift from fee-for-service to fee-for-value necessitates changes in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) management.
- A team-based, patient-centered approach is crucial for successful IBD care delivery.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the application of the Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) model in managing IBD patients.
- To highlight the benefits of PCMH for IBD care within a value-based healthcare system.
Main Methods:
- Literature review on PCMH models in IBD management.
- Presentation of three case examples of successful IBD PCMH initiatives.
Main Results:
- The PCMH model demonstrates improved outcomes in IBD patient management.
- PCMH initiatives showcase the integration of team-based care and technology for patient engagement.
- The specialty medical home model facilitates the transition to value-based care in gastroenterology practices.
Conclusions:
- The PCMH model is a viable and effective strategy for managing IBD.
- Adopting PCMH principles can enhance gastroenterology practice positioning in the evolving healthcare landscape.
- This model supports population health goals and value-based payment structures.