The amount of upfront and monthly payments will vary based on the level of risk that the ACO accepts in the Medicare Shared Savings Program.
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Nonprofit hospitals’ liquidity supports the ability to repay CARES Act loans, says Fitch
Providers’ ratings are supported by ample liquidity, and the expectations are for a long-term volume recovery.
CMS proposes using only encounter data for Medicare Advantage risk adjustment and payment
The proposal is being released early for plans to better address estimating 2022 costs, in light of the uncertainty with the COVID-19 pandemic.
With price transparency an inevitability, hospitals need to start working toward compliance
Meeting the objectives of the final rule will be necessary to ensure compliance by January 1.
Kaiser Permanente launches ‘virtual-first’ health plan in Washington
The plan will make telehealth a foundational modality of care, with the option for patients to follow up with in-person visits if necessary.
541 ACOs in the Medicare Shared Savings Program saved Medicare $1.2 billion in 2019
Organizations such as the National Association of ACOs urge reforms to increase ACO growth and savings.
Artificial intelligence helps cut down on MRI no-shows
A predictive analytics model predicated on phone reminders cut missed appointments significantly, data showed.
AstraZeneca resumes Phase 3 COVID-19 vaccine trial in the U.K.
Following an independent investigation in a trial participant’s ‘unexplained illness,’ the company got the go-ahead to resume testing.
Trump signs executive order on drug pricing, prompting pushback from stakeholders
"Most favored nation" approach would break from GOP free-market orthodoxy by tying Medicare payments to what other nations pay.
Former Beaumont trustee wants CEO, COO and CMO fired through AG intervention
Beaumont’s board is split on AdvocateAurora deal and has agreed to delay vote until members have further talks with physicians.
