How to Join an ACO: A Guide for Long-Term Care Practices

For long-term care practices, Accountable Care Organizations offer a real path to shared savings, stronger care coordination, and better patient outcomes. But finding clear guidance on how to actually join one as an LTPAC practice? That part is easier said than done.

This guide walks you through the full process, from evaluating your readiness to getting fully integrated into a collaborative care network.

Download the guide and get a clear roadmap for joining an ACO as a long-term care practice.

• Understand what ACOs are and how the model works for rounding physicians and NPs in post-acute care
• Learn the financial incentives available when your practice hits quality and cost benchmarks
• Walk through six steps covering readiness assessment, ACO research, application, and ongoing performance
• Know what to look for in an ACO with strong post-acute care programs, since not all of them prioritize LTPAC
• Get guidance on the EHR and technology requirements most ACOs expect from participating practices
• See how data-driven, coordinated care through an ACO leads to earlier interventions and fewer costly hospitalizations