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Defense Health Care: Implementation of Value-Based Initiatives in TRICARE

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Report Type Reports and Testimonies
Report Date Sept. 17, 2020
Release Date Sept. 17, 2020
Report No. GAO-20-695R
Summary:

The FY 2017 National Defense Authorization Act required DOD to develop and use value-based initiatives in its TRICARE health care program. Value-based healthcare pays providers based on improved health outcomes, enhanced care for patients, and reduced health care costs over time (instead of the volume of services provided).

DOD identified 20 potential initiatives and:

Has implemented 5, including an initiative that makes incentive payments to hospitals for excellence in maternity care

Plans to implement 3, including one to encourage physical therapy for chronic low back pain

Is reviewing 8

Has decided not to implement 4

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