Health Plan Strategies for Better CKD Care: Moving Beyond Vendors

Dr. Malko shares actionable insights on the challenges and opportunities facing health plans in CKD management, from early identification and care coordination to the vital role of primary care physicians as “quarterbacks” for complex patient needs. She explores how risk-based partnerships between health plans and clinical partners (not just vendors) drive improved outcomes, better data sharing, and real collaboration across care teams.If you’re a health plan leader, executive, or healthcare strategist looking to advance your CKD strategy, this episode is packed with lessons on optimizing care coordination, reducing unnecessary utilization, and building sustainable partnerships.00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction01:26 Dr. Beth Malko's Career Journey03:37 The Importance of Primary Care in Complex Health Systems07:35 Health Plans and Primary Care Collaboration13:55 Selecting the Right Clinical Partners25:49 Challenges and Solutions in Data Management29:30 Primary Care and Specialty Care Integration38:40 Conclusion and Final Thoughts