The Impact of Payment Reform on Post-Acute Utilization

As payment reform places more pressure on post-acute cost and quality outcomes, effective post-acute utilization is becoming even more critical to success in a value-based world. In response to this pressure, providers across the continuum must re-assess current utilization patterns and start planning for future growth.

This report outlines why post-acute utilization should be a focus for providers across the continuum and provides an overview of five major market forces defining the current state of utilization. Then, it explains the opportunities providers have to react to these changes and unlock new potential for growth.