Abstract
This article aims to answer how a commissioning body can steer health services based on value in an environment where the commissioner is responsible for the health services of a population with varying health service needs. In this design science study, we constructed a value-based steering model consisting of three parts: (1) the principles of steering; (2) the steering process; and (3) Value Steering Canvas, a concrete tool for steering. The study is based on Finland, a tax-funded healthcare system, where healthcare is a public service. The results can be applied in any system where there is a commissioner and a service provider, whether they are two separate organizations or not. We conclude that steering can be done based on value. The commissioning body can start using value-based steering without changes in legislation or in the present service system. Further research is needed to test the model in practice.
Original language | English |
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Article number | 709271 |
Journal | Frontiers in public health services & systems research |
Volume | 1 |
Number of pages | 11 |
ISSN | 2169-1584 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 26 Nov 2021 |
MoE publication type | A1 Journal article-refereed |
Fields of Science
- 3142 Public health care science, environmental and occupational health