AMA Survey Reveals That Physician Interest Lags In ACO Participation

Feb 8, 2012 | Laboratory Management and Operations, Laboratory News, Laboratory Pathology, Managed Care Contracts & Payer Reimbursement

Many physicians say they lack specific details about the care model and how it will reimburse providers In its own news service, the American Medical Association (AMA) reports lagging interest by physicians when they are asked about their participation in accountable care organizations (ACO). This survey of AMA members was conducted last fall. According to an article at amednews.com (AMN), this survey found that—although many physicians are familiar with the concept—a significant number of...
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