MedCity FemFwd Advancing value-based care in women's health with Dr. Keith Berkle
Jul 31, 2025
Dr. Keith Berkle, Chair of Privia Women's Health and advocate for equity in healthcare, dives into the pressing need for value-based care in women's health. He discusses innovative technologies that enhance patient outcomes and critiques existing reimbursement metrics. The conversation also touches on the disparities female physicians face and the establishment of the Women's Physician Advocacy Committee. Additionally, Berkle highlights the importance of accessible health tools and the necessity of incorporating women's voices in healthcare discussions.
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Value-Based Care Challenges in Women's Health
- Women's health providers face unique challenges in value-based care due to lack of payer engagement and unsuitable metrics.
- Current models often mimic primary care but do not reflect the realities of women's health specialties.
Prioritize Access & Technology
- Prioritize access and timely care in women's health as pregnancy and related needs are time-sensitive.
- Leverage technology like prenatal records and patient apps to optimize care and decision-making for diverse patients.
Payment Disparities and Equity
- Payment disparities exist for procedures on women compared to similar procedures in other specialties.
- This reflects historic undervaluing of women's health and creates an equity issue for women physicians as well.