The Role of the Pathologist in Value-Based Care

"As hospitals and health systems continue the transition to value-based care, one important resource is too often overlooked. Pathologists can play a central role in performance improvement and delivering safe, high-quality care. As critical members of the health care team, pathologists intersect nearly all aspects of patient care, from diagnostics to prevention and primary care. To discuss the role of pathology in diagnosis, quality and patient safety, Health Forum convened a group of pathologists and hospital executives Nov. 4 in Chicago, with sponsorship by the College of American Pathologists. Pathologists can have a big impact on patient outcomes and experience by helping clinicians determine the right test at the right time for the right patient, the panelists agreed."