Physician Payment Reform

Physician payment reform refers to changes in how doctors are compensated for their services. Traditionally, physicians were paid per visit or procedure, which could encourage more treatments rather than better patient outcomes. Reform aims to shift this model to one that rewards quality of care, efficiency, and patient satisfaction. This might involve payment based on health outcomes, value-based care, or bundled payments for comprehensive services. The goal is to improve patient health while managing healthcare costs more effectively, ultimately leading to a better healthcare system for everyone.