Horizon BCBSNJ’s 2013 Study Results Demonstrate Patient-centered Program Improves Patient Care and Lowers Costs
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New study findings released today confirm that Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of
"Our most recent study results clearly demonstrate the value of the patient-centered model, which will continue to improve and transform health care in
The 2013 study of claims data for more than 200,000 Horizon BCBSNJ members in participating patient-centered doctors' offices shows that patient-centered practices are performing better than traditional practices in a number of clinical metrics. The study compares members in traditional primary care practices with those practices participating in Horizon BCBSNJ's Patient-Centered Medical Home Program and found that patient-centered members had a:
• 14 percent higher rate in improved diabetes control.
• 12 percent higher rate in cholesterol management.
• 8 percent higher rate in breast cancer screenings.
• 6 percent higher rate in colorectal cancer screenings. The study also shows that more active care is being provided at a lower cost, as Horizon BCBSNJ members in patient-centered practices had a:
• 4 percent lower rate in emergency room visits.
• 2 percent lower rate in hospital admissions.
• 4 percent lower cost of care for diabetic patients.
• 4 percent lower total cost of care. Members under the care of a patient-centered practice were also able to avoid more than 1,200 emergency room visits and 260 inpatient hospitals admissions, which represent a savings of approximately
• A care coordinator who provides additional patient support, information and outreach.
• Wellness and preventive care based on national clinical guidelines.
• Extra wellness support and education.
• Active patient monitoring and communication from the doctor and care coordinator.
• Active coordination of a patient's care with specialists and other providers.
There are more than 3,700 network doctors in 900-plus patient-centered practice locations in Horizon BCBSNJ's patient-centered programs. The patient-centered practices include doctors in
Horizon BCBSNJ recently intensified its commitment to patient-centered care by introducing two new patient-centered health plans for small businesses with 50 or fewer employees. The new plans encourage members to use patient-centered practices and are Horizon BCBSNJ's lowest cost small employer plans at the Bronze and Silver levels. The premiums are 15% lower than the company's other plans.
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