ArticleMedical education online2026
Evaluating a targeted educational intervention to promote high-value, cost-conscious care among medical students.
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Abstract
Rising healthcare costs in the United States, with estimates suggesting up to 25% of spending is wasteful, have created an urgent need for cost-conscious, value-based care (VBC). VBC aims to improve patient outcomes relative to costs, yet its integration into medical education remains inconsistent, leaving future physicians underprepared for cost-sensitive practice. Early exposure to VBC principles can promote resource stewardship and reduce unnecessary interventions, yet few studies have rigorously evaluated structured educational interventions for medical students. This study examined the effectiveness of a single one-hour educational intervention on high-value, cost-conscious care (HVCCC) in improving pre-clerkship students' attitudes, confidence, and preparedness to apply VBC concepts in clinical practice. Pre-clerkship students (Class of 2027, Medical College of Georgia) completed pre- and post-lecture surveys using the validated Maastricht HVCCC Attitude Questionnaire (MHAQ), which measures three domains: Provision of High-Value Care, Integration of Costs, and Perceived Drawbacks. Additional items assessed self-efficacy and communication confidence regarding cost-related discussions. Paired
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