Cliff Frank on Shaping the Future of Managed Care: Value-Based Healthcare

In this episode of Pophealth Week, we are honored to feature Cliff Frank, President of Healthcare Management Solutions. With over three decades of experience in the managed care sector, Cliff has worked across the spectrum, from payers and hospitals to IPAs, PHOs, and Clinically Integrated Networks (CINs). Our conversation delves into the current landscape of the managed care industry, focusing on the evolution of value-based healthcare and the potential implications of upcoming CMS risk adjustment updates for Medicare Advantage operators.

Cliff's career has been dedicated to minimizing inefficiencies and enhancing the quality of patient care. He has consistently championed the cause of fostering clinical and financial harmony between providers and payers, contributing his expertise in diverse healthcare environments. Leading CINs in managing shared savings arrangements with payers and Medicare, Cliff also offers strategic consultation to organizations navigating managed care contracts, risk transfer preparation, and the creation of innovative provider-payer partnerships. Join us for an insightful exploration of managed care's future and strategies for achieving optimal healthcare delivery.