Bill aims to fix glitch that penalizes rural ACOs even if they generate savings

June 9, 2021Garrett SchmittNo CommentsAccountable Care in Rural America Act, CMS, MSSP, Rural, rural ACOs, rural providers

New bipartisan legislation aims to fix a glitch that can penalize rural accountable care organizations that reduce costs. The legislation, introduced Tuesday, would fix a flaw that requires all ACOs to measure their performance against themselves, which lawmakers say can disproportionately impact rural providers. The bill comes as ACO advocates have been worried about a…

 
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