ACO Top Content

  1. ICD-10 Testing Pilot Was “Scary” 10/22/2013

    After two rounds of end-to-end ICD-10 testing, one provider group is alarmed at the levels of inaccuracy and the decrease in productivity By Greg Bengel, contributing writer

  2. Should ACO's Use Remote Patient Monitoring? 11/8/2013

    Remote patient monitoring is proving to be a valuable tool for improving care and keeping a close eye on chronically ill patients, but not all ACOs are on board By Katie Wike, contributing writer

  3. Physicians Key To Blue Button Initiative Enrollment 7/5/2013

    Experts stress physicians’ attitude toward Blue Button, which has the ability aid in making more informed healthcare decision, will determine its future By Greg Bengel, contributing writer

  4. RAC Program Places Excessive Burden On Legitimate Providers 7/10/2013

    RAC audits have recovered millions in improper Medicare payments but the aggressiveness of contractors is resulting in the denial of many legitimate claims By Greg Bengel, contributing writer

  5. Medicare Fraud Investigations Hurt By Budget Cuts 7/25/2013

    As budget cuts and staff reductions slow government anti-fraud efforts, fewer providers may be scrutinized By Greg Bengel, contributing writer

  6. ACO Cost-Sharing Subsidies Should Alleviate Payment Fears 7/21/2014

    Cost-sharing subsidies take up slack of payments for many ACO patients. By Christine Kern, contributing writer

  7. Is Technology To Blame For Physician Burnout? 2/13/2015

    According to a recent Medscape survey, 46% of physicians say they are burned out. How much is the drive towards health IT adoption contributing to this epidemic?

  8. Could A Simple Checklist Save Millions In Malpractice Claims? 8/7/2013

    Recently analyzed data of operating room errors reveals one quarter are technological in nature By Katie Wike, contributing writer

  9. 7 Cyber Issue Trends You Need To Pay Attention To 12/19/2013

    A forecast from a risk mitigation and response solution company identifies seven trends that need to addressed as we enter 2014 By John Oncea, editor, Health IT Outcomes

  10. Making An Impact: How Evidence-Based Guidelines Drive Value-Based Success 3/24/2016

    By 2020, accountable care organizations (ACOs) are expected to provide care for at least 105 million patients, up from 23 million in December 2015. With ACOs assuming more responsibility for the quality and cost of care, this rapid patient growth is driving the need for new, more intelligent clinical decision support tools at the point of care. These tools can help ACOs deliver consistent, evidence-based care so patients can return to health safely and quickly.