The impact of remuneration, extrinsic and intrinsic incentives on interprofessional primary care teams: results from a rapid scoping review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

High-performing primary care relies on effective interprofessional teams and provider payment arrangements. This study aims to examine the impact of provider remuneration mechanisms and intrinsic and extrinsic incentives in team-based primary care.

Methods

This rapid scoping review assessed various provider payment models and incentives in team-based primary care. Statistical tests were not applicable in this review.

Results

Fee-for-service models hindered team collaboration, while salaried and quality-based compensation models enhanced collaboration. Extrinsic incentives, such as pay-for-performance programs for physicians, showed mixed impacts on outcomes. Strong organizational cultures and leadership, resources, team meetings, training, clear protocols,

SUBMITTER: Aggarwal M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11796142 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature