The Case for Pediatric Value-Based Care

While value-based care has gained significant traction in adult medicine, pediatric care has often been left out of the conversation. Yet investing in children's health may be one of the most effective ways to improve long-term outcomes, strengthen communities, and reduce the total cost of care.In this episode of Value-Based Care Insights, Daniel Marino welcomes Dr. Suzanne Brixey, Executive Director of Fortify Children's Health, to discuss how Virginia's statewide pediatric clinically integrated network is advancing a new approach to value-based care. Dr. Brixey explains why pediatric payment models and quality measures must differ from those designed for adults, how early intervention and preventive care can improve lifelong health outcomes, and why addressing behavioral health, social drivers of health, and family well-being is critical to supporting healthier children. She also shares how her organization is leveraging data, care management, and innovative partnerships to help pediatric practices succeed in value-based arrangements while delivering meaningful results for patients, families, and payers.Learn more about Fortify Children's Health at FortifyChildrens.org