To amend title XVIII of the Social Security Act to establish a full risk ACO program.
Referred to the Committee on Ways and Means, and in addition to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, for a period to be subsequently determined by the Speaker, in each case for consideration of such provisions as fall within the jurisdiction of the committee concerned.
Summary
The bill adds a new section to the Social Security Act that establishes a full‑risk ACO program for traditional Medicare. It allows groups of providers to manage care for beneficiaries under either a standard or a complex‑care track, using payment models such as capitation and other incentives. The aim is to improve health outcomes while lowering costs, especially for patients with multiple chronic conditions.
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