This post is part 2 of the Accountable Care series and contains information about how health is managed in ACOs. Recall that these organizations are paid based on the quality of care provided to their patient population. This video describes the unique characteristics of how health is managed in an ACO for Medicare beneficiaries.
Click on the following link to learn more about health management in an ACO.
How is delivery of care to patients affected by the formation of an ACO? What is the impact of an ACO to physicians and other clinical professionals, covered entities, and patients?
- Role of care coordination within the National Quality Strategy.
- Latest evidence and best practices.
- Pivotal role nurses play in care coordination.
- Connection between quality outcomes and care coordination.
- How is patient health monitored?
