The National Business Coalition on Health (NBCH) is a coalition of employer-led coalitions that focus on “value-based purchasing” in health care. I spoke today with Andy Webber, NBCH President and CEO. We talked about value based purchasing, the future of the employer-based health care system, and his expectations for health care reform during the Obama Administration. I was slightly surprised to hear Webber say that his membership is not wavering in its enthusiasm for employer-based health care coverage and private insurers, despite the limited success in controlling costs and boosting quality.

December 8, 2008