Healthcare Innovation December 20, 2022
David Raths

Mathematica’s evaluation says preliminary data suggests most practices in Cohort 1 will meet benchmarks for quality measures on diabetes control, high blood pressure control, and colorectal cancer screening

An evaluation of the first year of the CMS Innovation Center’s Primary Care First (PCF) model found that by using care management strategies, practices are seeking to reduce readmissions through improved post-discharge follow-up and fewer preventable hospitalizations among patient subgroups with complex conditions.

A preliminary review of data suggests most practices in Cohort 1 of the model will meet benchmarks for quality measures related to diabetes control, high blood pressure control, and colorectal cancer screening.
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Topics: ACO (Accountable Care), CMS, Govt Agencies, Insurance, Medicare, Payment Models, Primary care, Provider, Survey / Study, Trends, Value Based
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