Review:
Accountable Care Organizations
overall review score: 4.2
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score is between 0 and 5
Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) are groups of healthcare providers who come together to provide coordinated care to patients and are held accountable for the quality and cost of that care.
Key Features
- Coordinated care
- Accountability for quality and cost
- Shared savings incentives
Pros
- Improved coordination of care leads to better patient outcomes
- Incentives for providers to focus on preventive care and cost-effective practices
- Potential for cost savings for both patients and payers
Cons
- Complex organizational structures can be challenging to implement and sustain
- Potential for conflicts of interest among participating providers
- Limited evidence on long-term effectiveness