Pay for performance has been utilized for many years, however it is growing in popularity as a cost controlling measure. Critics argue that pay for performance results in a physician’s unwillingness to treat complicated or difficult cases. Proponents argue that paying for performance will increase quality and result in a higher patient satisfaction.

In this discussion,

1. highlight the pros and cons to pay for performance as a cost saving technique.

2. Additionally, summarize recent studies to determine if physician-based pay for performance is truly delivering the promised cost savings.

1 -2 pages

APA format

Intext citation of at least 5 studies within last 5 recent years