How to apply?
The application process of the Value-Based Health Care Prize 2026 consists of two rounds:
Step 1: Pre-application
Opening pre-applications: September 1st, 2025
Pre-application deadline: January 12th, 2026
The first step in the application process is to start with the pre-application. This step is not compulsory but strongly recommended. It will be evaluated whether your initiative meets the requirements based on the Value-Based Health Care framework. In addition, you will receive feedback on how you can improve your application to increase your chances of getting nominated for the prize. To hand in a pre-application, fill in the pre-application form, which consists of a 100-word summary of your initiative.
This pre-application form is available on the website. Please click here.
Step 2: Formal application
Opening formal applications: November 3rd, 2025
Formal application deadline: February 23rd, 2026
You can also directly formally apply for the VBHC Prize 2026. You can request the formal application form via application@vbhcprize.com. Selection is based on patient value, costs, efficacy and efficiency, collaboration, and implementation.
Selection Nominees
About twelve nominees are selected based on all formal applications. The internationally renowned jury will select the winners in the following categories:
- VBHC Prize 2026
- Patient Outcomes & Engagement Excellence Award 2026
- Pay for Value & Cost-effectiveness Excellence Award 2026
- Collaboration Excellence Award 2026
- Primary & Home Care Excellence Award 2026
- Tech Impact Excellence Award 2026
In addition, the Community Award will be awarded to one of the nominated initiatives elected by the VBHC community. The winner of this award is chosen by the VBHC community through votes. Voting for the Community Award will be open mid-March 2026.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact us via application@vbhcprize.com.
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