Research Summary
Research Summary
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We are studying the practical application of Michael Porter's value-based strategy to reform health care by examining best practices of integrated practice units, outcome measurement, cost measurement, value-based payment, episode based payment, regionalization of care, and national expansions of centers of excellence with a special emphasis on how information technology will influence the agenda. The specific information technology aspects include electronic medical records, personal health records, mobile technology, big data, and learning health systems.