The Association for Direct Care has launched a coalition dedicated to expanding direct contracting, according to MedCity News. The initiative is framed as a way to lower healthcare costs, though the announcement offers no further specifics on strategy or membership.
Direct contracting typically involves payers or employers negotiating directly with providers, bypassing traditional intermediaries. The coalition's formation signals a push to broaden this model, but the source provides limited detail on timelines, targets, or the scope of the effort.
As reported, the announcement is brief, leaving open questions about how the coalition will operate and what concrete steps it will take. Further details may emerge as the group begins its work.