The Accountable Care Organization (ACO) Was Created to Control Costs

question 3

Multiple Choice

The accountable care organization (ACO) was created to control costs and improve access to care. ACOs receive incentives for _____ .

• A) accepting short-term insurance
• B) HCAHPS scores
• C) coordination of care
• D) b and c

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