Wilmington Health GOALS Prepare for value-based care (VBC) by analyzing patient data and identifying areas for improvement RESULTS 37.6% lower hospitalization rate, 38.6% reduction in ER visits, 20.5% lower 30-day readmission rate SOLUTIONS USED Using Optum One metrics and analysis, Wilmington deployed VBC innovations like the utilization of clinical research to engage patients in order to reduce per member per month (PMPM) costs. Optum One metrics also helped Wilmington Health convert to VBC at an abnormally low cost. Widely held estimates indicate it costs between $1.5–$4 million to launch an accountable care organization. Wilmington was able to do it for $300,000.

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