Wichita, Kan.-based Via Christi Health and Louisville, Ky.-based health insurer Humana have entered into an accountable care agreement aimed at providing more coordinated healthcare to Humana Medicare Advantage members in Wichita.
Under the agreement, Via Christi physicians will receive incentives based on the improving clinical outcomes and providing a better patient experience to Humana Medicare Advantage members. The incentives will also be based on the physicians' ability to lower healthcare costs.
"With their tremendous scope of services and highly integrated model, Via Christi is an ideal partner as we continue to create a better healthcare experience for our members," said Kathleen Faulk, Humana's regional president for senior markets in Kansas.
Via Christi — the largest healthcare provider in Kansas — has more than 200 physicians providing care in 15 medical centers and outpatient locations.
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