Safety Net Challenges In Delivering Accountable Care

"As defined by the Affordable Care Act and subsequent rulemaking, Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) are accountable for the cost and quality of care for a defined group of patients. In return, ACOs are able to share in savings that may result from providing cost-effective care, and they sometimes bear risk for excessive spending as well.  While originally intended for Medicare beneficiaries, public-sector ACOs have drawn considerable attention from many states as a vehicle for potentially providing more accountable, cost-effective care to Medicaid and uninsured populations.  At least ten states have already launched or are scheduled to launch Medicaid ACO initiatives..."  Click here to the full article.  [Source:Health Affairs]