Frequently Asked Questions

Take a look at some of our frequently asked questions below. For more information or to request a meeting to discuss questions, please email PHN@childrensnational.org.

What is the Pediatric Health Network?

November 16, 2022/by Pediatric Health Network

What does participation require?

April 5, 2019/by Alycia Eck

How do I join?

April 5, 2019/by Alycia Eck

Why should my practice join the network?

April 5, 2019/by GWS

How is the Pediatric Health Network structured from a governance perspective?

April 4, 2019/by Alycia Eck

How will the Pediatric Health Network utilize participants’ data?

April 4, 2019/by Alycia Eck

Do I need to have an electronic health record (EHR) to participate?

April 4, 2019/by Alycia Eck

Do members need to participate in all PHN contracts?

April 4, 2019/by Alycia Eck

How will the Pediatric Health Network approach payor contracting?

April 4, 2019/by Alycia Eck

Do practices have to be PCMH-certified to participate? How does PHN align with PCMH certification?

April 4, 2019/by Alycia Eck

How will I be measured?

April 4, 2019/by Alycia Eck

I’m already on a CIN or ACO; do I need to leave that position to join PHN?

April 4, 2019/by Alycia Eck

What are the costs to participate?

April 4, 2019/by Alycia Eck

How have physicians been involved in the development and leadership of PHN?

April 4, 2019/by Alycia Eck

What physician groups, facilities and organizations are a part of the Pediatric Health Network?

April 4, 2019/by GWS