Medicare Shared Savings Program Tag

21 Oct As CMS Pushes ACO Growth, Healthcare Data Takes Center Stage

As CMS calls for broader participation in accountable care organizations, the ability to integrate and use reliable clinical and claims data will play an increasingly important role in improving quality, managing costs and demonstrating value. Top Takeaways • CMS is calling for broader ACO participation as Medicare continues its shift toward value-based care.• The Medicare Shared Savings Program includes 511 ACOs serving 12.6 million beneficiaries in 2026.• Reliable clinical and claims data is essential for care coordination,...

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14 Jul Congress Gives MSSP ACOs More Time. Here’s How to Use It.

Top Takeaways • The U.S. House of Representatives has passed bipartisan legislation that would extend quality reporting flexibility for MSSP ACOs through performance year 2029, recognizing that many organizations are not yet ready for fully electronic clinical quality measure (eCQM) reporting. • The extension reflects ongoing challenges with EHR readiness, data quality, and interoperability rather than a delay in the industry's move toward digital quality measurement. • Organizations that use this time to strengthen data quality, standardize clinical...

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16 Mar Health Data News Roundup: Interoperability in 2026; MSSP ACOs and APP Quality Reporting; and Amazon Healthcare AI Assistant

Welcome to the Health Data Weekly News Roundup from IMAT Solutions. As the power of data continues to grow in the healthcare arena, today’s care organizations need to be on the forefront of all news and trends to help ensure that their data analytics efforts deliver accountable and informed care. Each week, we will provide you with the actionable news you need to meet these goals. Where Healthcare Stands on Interoperability in 2026: Progress and...

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