Scaling early palliative care in value-based community oncology: A technology-enabled approach

Scaling early palliative care in value-based community oncology: A technology-enabled approach 
American Journal of Managed Care (AJMC); by Biqi Zhang, Samyukta Mullangi, Alphan Kirayoglu, Stephen G. Divers, Julia L. Frydman; 6/18/25 
Key Takeaways: 

• Palliative care integration in oncology improves quality of life, reduces aggressive end-of-life care, and may prolong survival, while lowering healthcare costs.
• Operational challenges include determining patient timing, workforce shortages, and establishing a sustainable economic model for palliative care delivery.
• A scalable palliative care model was developed using a serious illness registry and a multidisciplinary team, aligning with value-based care frameworks.
• The model aims to improve patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs, with preliminary results showing promising engagement and integration.