Remaining relevatn in changing health care organization: RDNs must listen up or lose out!

Abstract

Although this paper's primary audienceRegistered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs) working in ambulatory clinics , it highlights ways that RDNs can play a role in the transition from fee for service (FFS) to value- based care (VBC) payment models. RDNs should be identifying and promoting the services they can provide to ensure quality health care for patients. In this paper we describe VBC as it is presented in dietetics literature. We also describe how RDNs in our Family Medicine Practice demonstrate their value as a member of the expanded interprofessional ambulatory care team providing quality care, reducing costs, and providing an exceptional experience for the patient. We call on educators of dietetics students, interns, and professionals to teach the necessary interprofessional skills to be successful in VBC models of care.