Emerging Idea

Advanced primary care: A 'one-stop-shop' for patients

Employers and health plans are turning to advanced primary care (APC) as a cost-saving strategy that delivers higher-quality care at a lower cost. Learn how APC's value-based payment models and integrated care approach can transform the healthcare experience — and find out what we’re watching for the future.
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Overview

The idea

Advanced primary care (APC) has started to gain popularity across the healthcare ecosystem. However, the concept is defined loosely with considerable variability across stakeholders. Advisory Board views APC as a primary care model with value-based payment at its core. This payment model enables the other defining features of APC — increased availability for patients; longer visit times; a team of providers offering whole-person care, including behavioral health; and a system for providing in-network, high-quality referrals to specialists. Largely, these features promote a positive patient experience.


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