Explore a general overview of the Medicare Advantage VBID hospice model, including program goal and a brief review of available information on plan participation in 2021 and 2022. Join us to learn how the program can support other elements related to health equity and address social determinants of health. You will be able to focus on how to improve quality of life and care using palliative, concurrent and/or transitional care and hospice services. Elevate your understanding with a summary of publicly available hospice experience data published by CMS, as well as a review of published research by the SOA and others related to hospice and end of life care. Finally, expect technical guidance regarding VBID model financial implications and proposed enhancements to the program as CMS transitions from the current model due to expire at end of 2024.
We will also be joined by experienced practitioners that will provide us actuarial and clinical perspectives from similar programs in New Zealand and Puerto Rico.
By attending the session, you will be able to:
- Better understand the Medicare Advantage Hospice VBID model, including general model requirements and technical components related to hospice capitation payments and per diem claims payments.
- Be exposed to end-of-life care and how the VBID program provides MA plans with an excellent opportunity to address equity concerns in the most difficult moments for beneficiaries and caregivers.
TRACK: Spearheading innovation through change, Safeguarding population(s)