Should you build or buy?

o If you build:

4 Buy-in from physicians is easier because they've had input into the process.

4 You have more control over what the program looks like.

4 If the program works, you get to keep all the savings.

o If you buy:

4 It's easier. The vendor has the infrastructure to identify and contact appropriate patients, track outcomes, intervene on weekends, etc.

4 It takes less time. A vendor can have you up and running in 90 to 120 days; it might take you years to do it yourself.

4 You can get guaranteed cost savings and a proven track record from a vendor.