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Healthcare Reimagined: Evaluating Purchaser-Provider Splits in Finland and Sweden


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In this insightful episode of "Healthcare Reimagined," we dive into the implementation and effectiveness of purchaser-provider splits (PPS) in healthcare systems, with a focus on compelling case studies from Finland and Sweden. Discover how Finnish PPS models, characterized by small-scale municipal purchasing agencies and their application to primary care and A&E services, operate without specific legislation. In contrast, the Swedish experience with PPS for hip and knee replacements reveals successful cost control and quality improvements through bundled payments and patient choice, albeit with some challenges.

Join us as we explore the theoretical foundations and practical strategies for implementing PPS models, emphasizing the critical roles of institutional arrangements, capacity building, and provider payment mechanisms in achieving universal health coverage. Despite the hurdles, learn why careful design and execution are key to realizing the full potential of PPS in healthcare.

Tune in to "The Global Health Project" for a deep dive into these transformative models and discover how they can shape the future of healthcare delivery. 

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The Global Health ProjectBy Uriel Ramirez M.D.