Accountable Care Organization
(ACO)
Madison Primary Care (ACO)
Madison Primary Care is a part of the Crestwood Regional Healthcare Alliance, an accountable care organization (ACO) dedicated to enhancing the quality and experience of your healthcare journey. ACOs, comprised of doctors, hospitals, and other healthcare professionals, collaborate to optimize care delivery and reduce costs, with the goal of meeting quality benchmarks. Medicare assesses ACO performance annually, rewarding those achieving excellence or conversely imposing penalties.Our ACO participation does not restrict your choice of healthcare providers or alter your Medicare benefits. You retain the freedom to access any Medicare-accepting provider at your convenience.
How do
ACOs work?
ACOs function independently of Medicare Advantage plans or insurance schemes. Instead, they assume responsibility for care quality, cost efficiency, and patient experience. Coordinated care within ACOs streamlines healthcare processes, potentially reducing redundant tests and unnecessary appointments. Additionally, it facilitates early detection of issues like drug interactions, enhancing patient safety.ACOs employ various tools, such as electronic health records and case management, to promote wellness and manage chronic conditions. Optional programs, like care management teams, encourage patient engagement and proactive healthcare.
Shared Information
At Medicare Primary Care, we share information about your healthcare providers, such as dates and times you visited a healthcare provider, your medical conditions and illnesses, and a list of past and current prescriptions. This information helps Madison Primary Care track the care and tests that you’ve already had. Medicare shares pertinent information with your healthcare providers, including visit details, medical history, and medication records. This collaborative exchange ensures seamless continuity of care and informed decision-making. Sharing your data helps ensure all the providers involved in your care have access to your health information when and where they need it.
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