Unlocking Social Determinants of Health in Value-based Care (Video)

Unlocking Social Determinants of Health in Value-based Care

Where we are born, live, learn, work, play, worship, and age all greatly affect our health and quality of life. These factors, also known as Social Determinants of Health, often have a greater impact on health outcomes than the actual delivery of health services. Despite social determinants’ prominent role in health outcomes, health care traditionally has failed to address these non-medical conditions due to misaligned incentives and lack of resources. Value-based care is paving the way to improving health outcomes by providing care that acknowledges and addresses these non-clinical factors. This holistic care not only improves the overall health of a population and assists in achieving health equity, but also leads to a decrease in health care costs and a significant return on investment.