Category Archives: MLN Matters

 CMS’ Medicare Learning Network (MLN) just released Fact Sheet, ICN 907404, which is designed to provide education on the provisions of the final rule that implements the Medicare Shared Savings Program with Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs). It includes background, information on how ACOs impact beneficiaries, eligibility requirements to form an ACO, and information on monitoring and tying payment to improved care at lower costs.

You can get a copy of the Fact Sheet here —> ICN 907404

CMS’ Medicare Learning Network (MLN) just released Fact Sheet, ICN 907406, which is designed to provide education on Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) under the Medicare Shared Savings Program. It includes a definition of an ACO, and information on how to participate in an ACO, how shared savings will work, how this program is aligned with other quality initiatives and how ACOs help doctors coordinate care.

Get a copy of the ACO Fact Sheet here —->ICN 907406