Kevin Scalia

EVP, Corporate Development

Kevin oversees strategic planning, mergers and acquisitions as well as business development. Kevin also plays a significant leadership role in federal legislative and public policy advocacy and is responsible for developing alliances with industry associations. Kevin joined Netsmart in 2002 and has been instrumental in the company’s rapid growth, serving in a variety of leadership roles across the company. Prior to his current position, Kevin was vice president of business operations and also oversaw marketing and communications. Before joining Netsmart, he served as president and chief operating officer of a Long Island, New York- based professional services firm that provided enterprise applications to mid-size and Fortune 500 companies. Prior to that, he was chairman and chief executive officer for a manufacturer of supercomputers, security equipment and medical imaging equipment. Kevin was also an advisor to former President George H.W. Bush, representing small businesses on issues related to national defense transformation. Kevin is a founding member of the Long Island Software and Technology Network and a member of the College of Engineering Advisory Board at State University of New York-Stony Brook. Kevin graduated from Rochester Institute of Technology with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering. Back

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The Future of Value-Based Contracting

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A Look at the Future of Value-Based Contracting

Tuesday, June 27 | Care Coordination,EHR Solutions and Operations,Interoperability,Post-Acute Care,Value-based Care

In today's rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, managing the cost of care and improving patient outcomes are crucial priorities. To address these challenges, value-based reimbursement has emerged as a widely embraced approach. This system focuses on optimizing healthcare services while managing expenses. At the core of this strategy lies value-based contracting, a payment model that aims to align provider reimbursement with the outcomes achieved by patients. By incentivizing quality care and efficient resource utilization, value-based contracting promotes a more coordinated and effective healthcare system.

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Unlocking Success in Palliative Care for Providers and Patients

Thursday, July 21 | Thought Leadership,Post-Acute Care,Value-based Care

Palliative care has seen tremendous growth as providers have begun to unlock the keys to profitability through value-based contracts. Now considered one of the highest demand and most needed services in the post-acute care continuum, industry leaders unpack the skills need to expand service lines, an advanced technology platform, interoperability, and pursuing a value-based contract to improve patient care and reduce costs.

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Upcoming Expansion Grant Aims to Further Support CCBHCs

Friday, February 12 | Value-based Care,Legislative/Policy,Human Services

Organizations who would like to apply for the grant have until March 1, 2021 to submit their applications. The SAMHSA grant program is available for CCBHCs or community-based behavioral health clinics who may not yet be certified .

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