8 / 2 / 2021
In previous years, discussion around value-based reimbursement programs typically included questions like “Will they continue to be proposed?” and “Will they be adopted and implemented?”. These questions are answered...
8 / 5 / 2022
By
Daniela Yusufbekova &
Kelly Conroy
Do you want to start an Accountable Care Organization but don’t know where to start or how to financially support the start? Contact Pinnacle for help with applying to the...
9 / 8 / 2022
By
Daniela Yusufbekova &
Kelly Conroy
On Tuesday, August 30th, officials at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the latest financial and quality results for the Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP) performance year...
2 / 16 / 2023
By
Kelly Conroy &
Zach Maher &
Daniela Yusufbekova
Our healthcare industry is undergoing a major transformation, with a focus on shifting from a fee-for-service model to a value-based model that prioritizes quality and outcomes over volume and cost....
2 / 21 / 2023
By
Kelly Conroy &
Zach Maher &
Daniela Yusufbekova
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services finalized changes to the 2023 ACO application cycle steps and timelines. After collectively submitting 50+ successful applications, Pinnacle is excited to continue...
8 / 1 / 2023
By
Curtis Bernstein &
Kelly Conroy &
Daniela Yusufbekova
In a time where healthcare costs continue to rise, there is a diverse range of payment models in use, ranging from traditional fee-for-service to global capitated payment, to stunt...
12 / 4 / 2023
By
Kelly Conroy &
Daniela Yusufbekova
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services finalized changes to the 2024 Physician Fee Schedule – Medicare Shared Savings Program on November 2, 2023. The changes in the final...
12 / 12 / 2023
This article discusses two forthcoming initiatives set to launch in July 2024, aimed at moving away from fee-for-service payments in healthcare. Additionally, it introduces a third model, the AHEAD...
3 / 28 / 2024
By
Kelly Conroy &
Daniela Yusufbekova &
Allison Carty
Introduction & Background Following the enactment of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA) in March 2010, the healthcare industry has experienced a major shift in its reimbursement...
4 / 25 / 2024
By
Kelly Conroy &
Zach Maher &
Daniela Yusufbekova
Every primary care physician (PCP) in the United States should be integrated into an accountable care model. The primary objective of accountable care models is to provide all participating...
