ACO Excellence (5 Keys for Success)

Fri, 10/03/2014 - 17:06

This week, a healthsprocket list was posted showing five keys to ACO Excellence. The list comes from Becker's Hospital Review and was written by Karen Tomes, Vice President of Care Management and Coordination, Allina Health. Accountable care organizations are still learning how to survive and thrive in the newest healthcare marketplaces today.

Based on previous experiences, ACOs require tools to succeed. This includes (but not limited to) comprehensive EHR systems, and a method to identify patients who need specialized care. Also, data is needed to assist providers managing patient care, and networks that support the delivery of care and educational strategies for workforce development is essential. These five strategies are important, but there are many other ACOs that are implementing as they deliver their care to patients. This is based on increased value and results in lower costs with much better outcomes in the long run.