Innovations in Healthcare Management: Balancing Cost, Quality, and Access

Bhardwaj, Mane and Samal

Health Leadership and Quality of Life, 2022, vol. 1, 100

Abstract: Introduction: The innovations in healthcare management have been phenomenal over the last few years, and we highlight some of them here to combat with the challenges surrounding the cost, quality, and access dilemma. I hope to provide insight with this post illuminating the three pivotal components within the Health System and the roles they play on one another in navigating those gears. Methods: The authors identified numerous innovations in healthcare management that seek to balance cost, quality, and access. Such steps may involve the use of technology, including electronic health records and telemedicine, along with value-based care models and population health management strategies. This has been a key aspect of reformed policies, regulations and decision-making processes that have been put in place as a result of reform efforts to go towards cost-effective and efficient management of healthcare. Results: The authors found that various innovations have been introduced in healthcare management to address the challenges of balancing cost, quality, and access. These include implementing technological advancements, such as electronic health records and telemedicine, as well as adopting value-based care models and population health management strategies. Additionally, changes in healthcare policies and regulations have also played a significant role in promoting cost-effective and efficient healthcare management. Conclusions: The management innovations in healthcare have proven to be effective in enhancing the health outcomes and in solving the problems regarding cost, quality, and access. But healthcare leaders need to keep a close watch over and assess when and how they put these innovations to use, to make sure that they are put to good use and continue over the long haul. Additionally, it is through collaboration between different stakeholders - such as healthcare providers, policymakers, and patients - where we will find an equilibrium in cost, quality, and access in healthcare management. Healthcare systems can work towards high-quality, affordable, and safe care for everyone by integrating these novel approaches, measuring the outcomes over time, and repeat.

Date: 2022
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DOI: 10.56294/hl2022100

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