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January 31, 2012 | Issue Brief
Medicare is experiencing a new form of accountability with the establishment of Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs), networks of physicians and providers who earn annual bonuses for containing costs and delivering quality care to their patients.
July 27, 2010 | Issue Brief
The Affordable Care Act authorizes Medicare to contract with accountable care organizations, networks of physicians and other providers that would work together to improve quality of health care services and reduce costs for patients.
October 9, 2012 | Issue Brief
ACOs are promising vehicles for delivering health care more efficiently, but some insurers and regulators worry they could reduce competition and drive up prices.