Physician Group Incentive Program (PGIP)
One of the largest such programs in the U.S., PGIP involves more than 6,500 physicians in provider-led clinical quality improvement efforts. These efforts impact more than 1,700,000 Michigan patients.
PGIP connects 34 physician organizations from across Michigan to collect data, share information and collaborate on initiatives that improve the health care system in Michigan.
What makes PGIP so successful?
- Providers lead the effort. Physicians structure the initiatives, based on their clinical and scientific knowledge. This generates credibility and ownership among participants.
- Program goals are clearly defined. Participants have a clear understanding of the program goals, which keeps participants engaged and better able to track performance.
- A culture of sharing for continuous improvement is created. Physician organizations throughout the state actively share data and learn from each other in a non-competitive atmosphere. This fosters clinical guideline developments that improve Michigan's heath care system.