What's Happening?
A new KLAS Research report has named Aledade and Guidehealth as the top firms in value-based care enablement for 2026. Aledade received a performance score of 95.7, praised for its hands-on support model
and technology that simplifies care-gap management. Guidehealth scored 87.5, noted for its deep operational expertise. The report highlights a divide in satisfaction, with ambulatory practices aggressively adopting risk models, while acute care organizations remain cautious. Signify Health struggled in the rankings due to unclear accountability and lack of proactive support.
Why It's Important?
The report underscores the importance of consultative services in value-based care, where technology alone is insufficient. Firms that provide actionable insights and operational support are better positioned to drive financial results and improve care quality. The aggressive adoption of risk models by ambulatory practices reflects a shift towards preventive care and chronic disease management, which can lead to cost savings and improved patient outcomes. This trend may influence acute care organizations to reconsider their strategies and embrace risk-based models.
