Specialty ACOs hold promise for managing chronically ill patients

As healthcare transitions from volume to value-based, healthcare executives are embracing specialty ACOs for their ability to provide coordinated care for patients with diseases and chronic conditions. » In-depth analysis

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Revenue Cycle Management: Billing & Collections
Updates on better revenue cycle management practices, digital claims processing, and proper billing.. Read more.

Healthcare managers expect to recoup investments in ACOs within 3 to 4 years

Healthcare leaders expect to recoup investments in technology, staff and facilities that support new models of care such as accountable care organizations within four years, according to a new survey. » Survey results

Changes to Shared Savings ACO program will delay risk for participants

ACOs in Medicare's Shared Savings Program will have three more years before they are liable for losses if new rules proposed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services on December 1 are adopted. » CMS details

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