Fee-for-Service
Abbreviation: FFS
Definition
Fee-for-Service (FFS) is a payment model in healthcare where providers are reimbursed based on the quantity of services delivered. Providers are paid a fee for each specific service rendered without consideration of the overall quality or outcomes of the care provided. FFS has been the traditional payment model in healthcare, but there is a growing shift towards value-based payment models that emphasize quality and efficiency.