Leadership
Are We Aligned to Make VBC Work?
Here are 3 questions you should be considering
#1. How do leaders prioritize which value-based initiatives get attention — and which ones can wait?
Why this matters: There are always more initiatives than capacity. Clear prioritization keeps the organization focused on the efforts that will improve outcomes and performance the most, instead of spreading attention too thin.
#2. Who determines the criteria on when a VBC initiative is ready to expand beyond a pilot?
Why this matters: Pilots are only valuable if organizations know when and how to scale them. Clear criteria help leaders expand what works, avoid spreading ineffective approaches, and keep efforts aligned with outcomes and performance goals.
#3. How are frontline staff involved in decisions regarding continuing or stopping initiatives?
Why this matters: Frontline staff experience the impact of initiatives every day. Involving them in decisions about what continues or stops helps leaders understand what is practical, what creates friction, and what truly improves care. It also builds engagement and accountability across the organization.
What to do next:
How the “Fundamentals of Value-Based Care” Training Fits