decisionhealth Newsletters, Part B News - 2016 Issue 10 (October)
Value-based models tied to 25% of payment, as CMS expands scope
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Article Overview
This article examines the expanding role of value-based payment models across commercial, Medicare Advantage, and Medicaid plans, and explains how CMS is widening access to advanced alternative payment models under the Quality Payment Program. It is relevant to providers, payers, and health care leaders tracking Medicare payment reform, program participation timelines, and the broader shift away from fee-for-service arrangements.
Why This Topic Matters
The article helps readers understand how payment reform is changing across major payer types and why CMS program changes may affect provider participation in value-based care arrangements. It is especially useful for organizations evaluating exposure to MIPS, advanced APM participation, and related policy developments.
Article Sections
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Alternative payment models
This section summarizes national trends in alternative payment model participation across major payer types and places them in the context of the Quality Payment Program. It also references broader value-based care frameworks and recent reporting on payment distribution.
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CMS expands APM bucket, proposes restock
This section covers CMS actions to broaden access to selected advanced APM opportunities and discusses related timing, participation windows, and implementation updates. It also notes stakeholder commentary on how these program changes fit into the larger payment reform environment.
What You Will Learn
- How alternative payment models are spreading across major payer categories
- How CMS is adjusting participation opportunities for advanced APMs
- How value-based payment trends relate to the Quality Payment Program
- What types of program updates and deadlines are being discussed by stakeholders
Who Should Read This
- Physicians and group practices
- Practice managers and administrators
- Hospital and health system leaders
- Payer and contracting teams
- Health care compliance and reimbursement professionals
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