Financial Incentives, Healthcare Providers and Quality Improvements: a Review of the Evidence


 
Language:

English

Authors:

Christianson J, Leatherman S, Sutherland K

Publishers:

Quest for Quality and Improved Performance, The Health Foundation

Pages:

110

Description:

This study reviews the healthcare literature that examines the effect of financial incentives on the behaviour of healthcare organisations and individuals with respect to the quality of care they deliver to consumers. Its purpose is to provide guidance to policy-makers in government and decision-makers in the private sector in their efforts to improve quality of care through payment reforms. [adapted from summary]

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