Most partnerships in value-based care focus on risk-based contracting. But not every contract is a strategic partnership. Changing the method of payment is only half the battle.

Successful partnerships require shared goals, shared investments, streamlined communication channels, change leadership, long-term commitments, robust data sharing—and even tactical trade-offs from both sides.

Depending on business, clinical, and relationship factors, certain partnerships work better for certain organizations. Use the attached table to understand five evergreen partnership models in commercial risk.