Diverse ACCESS Participant List Sparks Industry Debate on Capability and Innovation
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently released the list of over 150 participants for the ACCESS health model, triggering mixed reactions within the healthcare industry. The diverse cohort includes established entities with deep Medicare Advantage experience alongside newer entrants from consumer tech and analytics sectors. This unusual mix has raised concerns among some leaders about the varying levels of familiarity with Medicare regulations and the potential impact on clinical outcomes for patients with chronic conditions. Dr. Ashul Govil of Story Health emphasized the need for participants to recognize their limits given the high stakes involved. Conversely, other stakeholders, such as Patrick Sheehan from Withings, argue that the model’s core value lies in enhancing patient choice through technology and connected devices, viewing payment models merely as enablers. Industry opinions are divided between those who see this diversity as a catalyst for innovation, those worried about systemic fault lines, and skeptics recalling past failures in value-based care initiatives. Despite these tensions, there is a consensus that transformation in care delivery is necessary. The article also highlights an exclusive interview with Ketul Patel, CEO of Wellstar Health System, amidst broader discussions at the Becker’s conference in Chicago.
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Diverse ACCESS Participant List Sparks Industry Debate on Capability and Innovation
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently released the list of over 150 participants for the ACCESS health model, triggering mixed reactions within the healthcare industry. The diverse cohort includes established entities with deep Medicare Advantage experience alongside newer entrants from consumer tech and analytics sectors. This unusual mix has raised concerns among some leaders about the varying levels of familiarity with Medicare regulations and the potential impact on clinical outcomes for patients with chronic conditions. Dr. Ashul Govil of Story Health emphasized the need for participants to recognize their limits given the high stakes involved. Conversely, other stakeholders, such as Patrick Sheehan from Withings, argue that the model’s core value lies in enhancing patient choice through technology and connected devices, viewing payment models merely as enablers. Industry opinions are divided between those who see this diversity as a catalyst for innovation, those worried about systemic fault lines, and skeptics recalling past failures in value-based care initiatives. Despite these tensions, there is a consensus that transformation in care delivery is necessary. The article also highlights an exclusive interview with Ketul Patel, CEO of Wellstar Health System, amidst broader discussions at the Becker’s conference in Chicago.
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