Key Design Considerations When Calculating Cost Savings for Population Health Management Programs in an Observational Setting

ConclusionProgram evaluation design elements, including population stability and participant definitions, can influence the estimated magnitude of program savings for the payer and should be considered carefully. Time specifications can also affect interpretability and usefulness.

Source: Health Services Research - February 8, 2018 Category: Health Management Authors: Shannon M. E. Murphy, Douglas E. Hough, Martha L. Sylvia, Linda J. Dunbar, Kevin D. Frick Tags: Methods Article Source Type: research