tci Medicare Compliance & Reimbursement - 2019 Issue Q4
Industry Note: Applications Are Open for Direct Contracting Models
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Article Overview
This article covers a Medicare payment-model update from CMS Innovation Center guidance focused on Direct Contracting participation opportunities. It is relevant to healthcare organizations, providers, and administrators tracking alternative payment model timelines, application steps, and program entry options for the Direct Contracting Global and Professional pathways.
Why This Topic Matters
It helps readers monitor CMS model deadlines and understand where to find official application information for a Medicare payment initiative that affects care delivery, payment arrangements, and participation planning.
Article Sections
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Background
Introduces the broader CMS Innovation Center context and situates Direct Contracting among other alternative payment model approaches.
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Now
Summarizes current guidance on participation timing and application availability for selected Direct Contracting pathways.
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Plus
Notes additional application availability and references where readers can find more information about the program and submission process.
What You Will Learn
- How the article frames CMS Direct Contracting within broader Medicare payment innovation efforts.
- What general types of participation and application timing updates are being communicated.
- Where the article directs readers to find official program information and application resources.
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Who Should Read This
- Healthcare administrators
- Provider organizations
- Payer and reimbursement professionals
- Medicare compliance staff
- Value-based care teams
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