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Antitrust Guidelines for Physician Discussions Relating to ACO Formation

Discussions among physicians and physician groups contemplating the formation of an ACO can raise concerns under antitrust laws, particularly when those physicians or physician groups are considered competitors in the market.  In the absence of contradictory guidance in the forthcoming ACO rules, it is important that physicians engaging in such discussions abide by the following … Continue Reading

Pediatric ACOs – Helping to Balance Ohio's Budget

On March 15, Ohio Governor John Kasich announced his proposal to balance Ohio’s budget (the Blue Book).   Because the Ohio budget is in large part reserved for Medicaid, health care changes play a significant role in the new budget plan. Governor Kasich’s budget proposal included establishing pediatric accountable care organizations (Pediatric ACOs).  The following discussion outlines the … Continue Reading
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