Advocacy
Lead the Way with Trinity Health PACE
Together, we can drive health system transformation with value-based care.
Trinity Health PACE is a National Health Ministry of Trinity Health, one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation. PACE (Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly) is a unique service providing a full spectrum of health care services, from primary to acute to long-term care for frail elders who are certified as eligible for nursing home care. PACE services are centered on the belief that there is a higher value and it is better for the well-being of seniors with chronic care needs and their families to be served in the community whenever possible.
Advocacy addresses public and regulatory policy that impacts the needs of the PACE Participant while securing access and growth of the program.
We can advocate for PACE services and the health of seniors in our community through key initiatives. At Trinity Health PACE, we seek to advance PACE services in the following ways:
We Are Committed to Honoring the Sacredness and Dignity of Every Person by Providing Access to Integrated, High-Value Health Services
Programs of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly or PACE, using a capitated payment model, provide all necessary care, while taking 100% of the financial risk. Delivering the full scale of services needed for this frail population requires a value-based approach by Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) members who focus person-centered care on prevention, current needs and ultimately positive health outcomes.
We Promote Provider Participation and Accountability for Better Health Outcomes
PACE programs contract with select providers throughout the communities we serve. Creating an atmosphere of collaboration in care is key to promoting involvement and provider participation in driving positive health outcomes. Holding Providers accountable by measuring and sharing health outcomes for PACE participants is necessary to supporting change where needed or rewarding success.
We Support Population Health
PACE cares for the frail elderly population, many who are dual eligible and need nursing home level of care, by providing a network of supportive and preventive care that focuses on quality, positive health outcomes and value. In addition to improving health outcomes and satisfaction of care, PACE can reduce health care costs by providing the right care at the right time in the right amount.
We See the Value in Increase Flexibility in Value-Based Care Models to Drive Desired Outcomes
PACE utilizes the IDT (interdisciplinary team) approach to discuss, identify and direct the services needed for each participant in real time. This requires that the team knows in detail the needs of each participant daily and utilizes either the PACE care team or a contracted, preferred provider to adequately address each specific problem while coordinating all efforts to reach a positive health outcome.
We Seek to Expand Participation in Value-Based Care Models
Trinity Health PACE understands that to better serve this frail, elderly population there must be better access. PACE stands as an excellent model of value-based care, yet many states either don't offer it or the state limits its growth, both of which compromise access. To address this issue, Trinity Health PACE is committed to expanding the program by supporting growth initiatives in our current nine states; and working to initiate or expand the program to other states so that deserving seniors can have access to the successful PACE model of care.
Learn more about our efforts with Trinity Health Advocacy and our membership with the National PACE Association.