Select a type of health care organization that would accept Medicare patients (e.g. hospital).
Write an 825-word executive summary that discusses the purpose of joining an ACO and the funding available through one. Ensure your summary does the following: Describe the hospital and the general services that would be offered to Medicare patients. Describe the types of ACOs recognized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Evaluate industry dynamics that would influence your organization’s decision to participate in an ACO. Identify the steps needed to participate in an ACO. Justify participation in an ACO for your hospital.
Cite 3 reputable references to support your assignment (e.g.. trade or industry publications, government or agency websites. scholarly works, or other sources of similar quality).