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CMS Hints at Value-Based Program Consolidation, Gives Nod to I-SNP Success

August 24, 2021Amy StulickNo CommentsSkilled Nursing News

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator Chiquita Brooks-LaSure noted higher participation in value-based payment models like Institutional Special Needs Plans (I-SNPs) during a recent discussion with HealthAffairs, but also hinted that consolidation of such programs may be needed.

“Too many models in too many places that aren’t coordinated with each other,” is how Brooks-LaSure described the situation, adding that the agency will look to focus its attention on making sure such programs are working for their intended populations.

Avalere Health Managing Director Fred Bentley was not surprised I-SNPs were mentioned when discussing value-based care effectiveness, pointing to big payers seeing the model as an opportunity to expand their Medicare Advantage (MA) footprint, along with the skilled nursing industry.

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