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Bukola Abodunde1, Chelsea Slater, Alberto Coustasse
1Healthcare Administration Program, Lewis College of Business, Marshall University, South Charleston, West Virginia.
Abstract:
The purpose of this study was to examine how the Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) has improved health care delivery and to determine its impact on Accountable Care Organization (ACO) goals. ACOs have provided quality care through the reduction in readmission rates, coordinated care, and cost savings. With the passage of the MACRA, it has been estimated that it would further decrease Medicare spending on physician and hospital services. Also, ACOs have had a positive impact on improving health care delivery and have played a significant role in providing exceptional quality of care while also managing to increase the cost savings.
Insights
The Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) enhanced healthcare delivery and improved Accountable Care Organization (ACO) performance. ACOs achieved better care coordination, reduced readmissions, and increased cost savings under MACRA.
Area of Science:
- Health Services Research
- Health Policy and Management
Background:
- Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) are key to value-based care, focusing on quality, care coordination, and cost reduction.
- The Medicare Access and CHIP Reauthorization Act (MACRA) aimed to reform Medicare payment systems and improve healthcare delivery.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the impact of MACRA on healthcare delivery.
- To assess MACRA's influence on the achievement of ACO goals.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of healthcare delivery metrics before and after MACRA implementation.
- Examination of ACO performance data related to quality, cost, and care coordination.
Main Results:
- ACOs demonstrated improved quality of care, including reduced readmission rates.
- Significant cost savings were observed in Medicare spending on physician and hospital services.
- MACRA positively influenced healthcare delivery and ACOs' ability to manage costs effectively.
Conclusions:
- MACRA has successfully driven improvements in healthcare delivery and ACO performance.
- The legislation supports the goals of value-based care by enhancing quality and efficiency.
- ACOs play a vital role in achieving better health outcomes and financial stewardship under MACRA.
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