DPM (Discriminatory Payment Model)

The Discriminatory Payment Model (DPM) is a payment system where different providers or services are compensated at varying rates based on specific factors such as quality, efficiency, or patient outcomes. Instead of a uniform fee, DPM aims to incentivize providers to improve performance by rewarding better results or more efficient care. This approach promotes value-based healthcare, encouraging providers to focus on delivering high-quality services while controlling costs. Essentially, DPM links payment levels directly to the quality or effectiveness of the care provided, fostering a more targeted and performance-driven healthcare system.