Partner Michael Callahan will speak on “The Evolution of the Accountable Care Organization” at 8:00 a.m. on Sunday, September 22. The presentation will identify what an accountable care organization is, who can participate and what requirements must be met to be an accountable care organization.

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Michael will also speak on “Accountable Care Organizations: Overview and Impact on Medical Staff Professionals” at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, September 23. The presentation will discuss the changes under the Affordable Care Act and other health care reform initiatives, as well as key requirements for establishing an accountable care organization (ACO), the status of CMS-approved ACOs, and how such changes and the movement toward paying providers based on meeting quality and outcome measures will affect medical staff professionals. Participants will also learn what steps need to be taken to limit liability, maximize reimbursement and remain in compliance with legal requirements.

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For more information on the NAMSS 37th Educational Conference & Exhibition, click here.

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