8 Things ACOs Need to Know About Healthcare Payments
What Is an ACO?
An ACO (accountable care organization) is a healthcare organization made up of providers and payers who come together to give coordinated, patient-centered care. In the public sector, ACOs earn incentives for delivering high-quality care and reducing healthcare costs for Medicare and Medicaid patients. In the private sector, ACOs focus on achieving a high level of wellness and satisfaction for all patients.
What You Should Know About ACO Payments:
1. Increase focus on collecting from patients. As providers work to