Medicare Shared Savings Program Reports $2.1 Billion in Savings for 2023
The Medicare Shared Savings Program achieved its highest-ever savings in 2023, with more than $2.1 billion saved and significant improvements in healthcare quality.
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Proposed Rules under ACA to Enhance Coverage of Preventive Services
A comprehensive report by CMS explores the Acute Hospital Care at Home initiative, highlighting its impacts on patient care, quality, and costs. The study analyzes data from hospitals treating patients at home, comparing it to traditional inpatient care.
CMS Releases In-Depth Study on Home-Based Acute Care Initiative
A comprehensive report by CMS explores the Acute Hospital Care at Home initiative, highlighting its impacts on patient care, quality, and costs. The study analyzes data from hospitals treating patients at home, comparing it to traditional inpatient care.
New Hampshire Joins Nationwide Effort to Boost Behavioral Health Services
New Hampshire has secured CMS approval to provide community-based mobile crisis intervention teams for behavioral health, joining 20 other states in this significant expansion under the Biden-Harris American Rescue Plan.
CMS Medicaid Managed Care Final Rule to Enhance Parity in Healthcare Payments
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has introduced two significant regulatory updates aimed at improving Medicaid access and aligning provider payments with commercial healthcare plans.
FTC Implements Nationwide Ban on Non-Compete Agreements, Stirring Major Changes in Healthcare Sector
The Federal Trade Commission has finalized a rule banning non-compete agreements for most U.S. workers, including healthcare professionals, set to transform employment dynamics and potentially lower healthcare costs.
CMS Implements New Regulations to Enhance Medicare Advantage
CMS announces a new final rule for Medicare Advantage and Part D plans to improve consumer protections, prevent deceptive marketing, and enhance behavioral health access.
OIG Report Finds Medicaid Managed Care Fails Mental Health Parity Standards
A recent report from the Office of Inspector General uncovers significant non-compliance with Medicaid managed care mental health parity requirements in eight states, sparking calls for improved CMS oversight.
CMS Unveils Plan to Boost Skilled Nursing Facility Payments and VBP Program
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services announces the ACO Primary Care Flex Model, a new initiative designed to boost primary care within the Medicare Shared Savings Program, starting in 2025.
CMS to Launch New Primary Care ACO Model in 2025
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services announces the ACO Primary Care Flex Model, a new initiative designed to boost primary care within the Medicare Shared Savings Program, starting in 2025.