Guidelines for Touchpoint Reflections

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Reflection Information

EXPERIENCE

Consider the data collected in Week 1 about your institution’s payer mix, delivery system, population demographics, and this week’s discussion on value- and volume-based reimbursements

REFLECTION

Describe how these factors coalesce to influence the financing of the type and quality of care provided at your institution. What are the implications on access and availability of types of care provided at your institution?

IMPLICATIONS FOR FUTURE

How is your proposed project affected by the information you’ve gathered about your facility?

What adjustments might you have to make in your proposal because of the information gathered?

Solution:

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