Value-Based Reimbursement Programs

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Value-Based Reimbursement Programs

Our innovative value-based care programs enable providers to deliver high-quality outcomes for our members.

Value-Based Reimbursement Programs

ValueBlue and ValueBlue Connect


  • wpa/ nepa
  • cpa/ sepa
  • wv
  • wny
  • neny

We’re launching ValueBlue and ValueBlue Connect, new and innovative partial capitation plus incentive models, set to begin in 2027.

Medicare Advantage Stars


  • all

CMS Star Ratings reflect care quality and directly impact plan reimbursements. Strong performance leads to higher reimbursements.

Quality Blue Hospital


  • all

A value-based outcome strategy that reinforces and incentivizes quality, safety, efficiency, and hospital/physician collaboration across the care continuum.

True Performance


  • all

Highmark’s foundational value-based reimbursement program for PCPs - focused on improving care quality and reducing costs across home health, physical and occupational therapy, skilled nursing facilities, and more.

Specialist Performance Initiative


  • all

Guide patients to high-value providers with transparent insight into specialist performance and cost data.

Best Practice


  • wny

Streamline payments for complex care beyond office visits with predictable costs tied to quality and efficiency.

Additional Guidance

Can't find the information you need? See Chapter 5, Unit 7 of the Highmark Provider Manual for more details on Value-Based Reimbursement Programs.