Are baskets of care just a way to define a rigid protocol for the delivery of care by providers?
No; the baskets of care concept seeks to balance uniformity with innovation. The uniform scope and care components for each basket of care are meant to define a set of best practice health care services for a particular procedure, condition, or episode of care while allowing for the innovative organization and delivery of that care. The uniform baskets of care definitions will allow consumers to compare the baskets of care available to them from various providers and/or provider groups. The opportunity for innovation will allow providers to deliver care in the way that they think will lead to better outcomes and lower-costs. The baskets of care are being developed through an iterative community-driven process and are based on evidence and evidence-informed standards of practice.
