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Podcast: What Does a Successful Infusion Strategy Really Look Like for Health Systems?

McKesson’s Intrafusion expert discusses the measurable impacts of a successful infusion service line in health systems.

By Prateek Bhatia

Date

October 22, 2025

Listen Time

20 minutes

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Key Takeaways

  • A successful infusion strategy goes beyond filling existing capacity, focusing on driving measurable clinical and financial impact through improved patient experience and access.
     
  • Understanding why patients seek infusion care outside their health system's network is critical, with data indicating that 40-45% of patients do so due to factors like referral patterns, technology gaps, or payer mandates.
     
  • Operational investments in data analysis are necessary to understand patient flow and competitive landscapes, helping health systems navigate the complexities of balancing high-cost therapies with financial viability and patient access.
     
  • Strategic partnerships, such as Infusion for Health Systems by McKesson, play a vital role in helping health systems design and execute effective infusion strategies, ultimately improving patient care and creating a profitable service line.
Prateek Bhatia

“At the end of the day, patients want to get their infusions under the oversight of their providers. We are here to help our customers figure out how to do that.”

We recently sat down with Prateek Bhatia, Vice President General Manager of Intrafusion at McKesson, for part three of a mini-series on health system infusion. In this episode, you’ll learn more about the clinical, operational, and financial KPIs that health systems should be thinking through when it comes to evaluating the success of their infusion service line, as well as how a strategic partnership can help you achieve more for the business of pharmacy and the advancement of patient care. Listen to the full episode below, or revisit parts one and two to find out what you may have missed in earlier discussions.

To learn more about partnering with McKesson’s Specialty and Infusion teams to achieve more, contact our experts today.

 

Meet the Author

 
Prateek Bhatia

Prateek Bhatia, B.Pharm, PhD, MBA

Vice President / General Manager, Intrafusion

Disclaimer: McKesson serves in a dual role as both a service provider and a strategic advisor. The content provided in this podcast is for informational purposes only and represents the opinions of the company's expert. It does not constitute legal, medical, or financial advice. Always seek the advice of your own legal, medical, or financial professionals before making any decisions based on the information provided in this podcast. The company assumes no responsibility or liability for any actions taken based on the content of this podcast.

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