Bundled payments—also known as episode-based payment or case rates—are designed to encourage coordination across providers and to promote more efficient care. Under a bundled payment, a single fee is paid for an entire episode of care related to a treatment or condition — for example, a single fee for hip replacement would cover both the procedure itself and the rehabilitation and follow-up treatments.
By using this site, you are consenting to our use of cookies. To find out more visit our privacy policy.
Share This
Resource Details
Date: March 9, 2018
Contact: advocacy@apta.org
Content Type: Article
You Might Also Like...
News
Your MIPS Status May Have Changed: Here's How to Find OutNov 30, 2022
CMS has updated eligibility determinations based on the most recent reporting periods. Make sure you know where you stand.
Review
Study: Time for Better Risk Adjustment in THA, TKA Bundled Care ModelsMay 25, 2021
Researchers put price tags on comorbidities associated with higher TJA costs and see risk adjustment as a way to counter 'cherry picking.'
Review
CMS: Minimal Changes to MIPS, Advanced Alternative Payment Models for 2021Aug 7, 2020
The Quality Payment Program would see mostly minor changes and some shifts to respond to COVID-19-related challenges.