Provider Engagement

MSSP accountable care organizations share key priorities and challenges

March 20, 2024 - In the Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP), accountable care organizations (ACOs) prioritize annual wellness visits, care transitions, and clinician engagement, as Medicare Advantage growth causes recruitment challenges. MSSP is the largest ACO model and has been operating for over ten years. Past data has suggested that the program leads to...

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