Define "value-based care."

Value-based care is a healthcare delivery model wherein providers, such as doctors and hospitals, are compensated based on the health outcomes of their patients rather than the volume of services they provide. This approach emphasizes the quality of care delivered, aiming to improve health outcomes while also considering patient satisfaction and overall healthcare costs. By aligning financial incentives with positive patient results, value-based care encourages providers to focus on preventive care and efficient, effective treatment strategies, ultimately leading to better health outcomes and a more sustainable healthcare system.

The other options reflect different healthcare approaches. One option emphasizes cost reduction but does not ensure health outcomes are the priority, while another stresses patient volume, which could lead to a focus on quantity over quality in care. The last option pertains to a specific type of care that does not relate to the value-based care model, which is fundamentally about optimizing patient health outcomes in the context of overall care rather than emergency situations.