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Why Most FQHC Strategic Plans Fail—and How to Build One That Delivers

July 31, 2025

Strategic planning has always been a requirement for Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs). In today’s rapidly evolving market, the right strategic plan—centered on value-based payment (VBP) and value-based care—is also a competitive differentiator. CMS is accelerating the shift to VBP, and managed care plans are becoming more selective with their partnerships. FQHCs that treat strategic […]

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Unleash the Power of AWVs —Transform Outcomes, Cut Costs, and Maximize Your Organization’s Financial Success

July 22, 2025

Why Annual Wellness Visits (AWVs) still matter. Organizations need to start with AWVs to drive better care, lower spend, and maximize revenue performance. The Annual Wellness Visit (AWV) remains one of the most underused yet strategically essential tools in a health plan’s arsenal. AWVs directly impact risk scores, identify patients who need complex care management, […]

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The End of the Convener Safety Net? Why It’s Time for Providers to Rethink Their Role in ACOs

July 22, 2025

If you’re in a convener-led ACO and think downside risk isn’t your problem, that may be about to change. CMMI is signaling a move toward requiring providers themselves to assume part of the financial risk even if they are participating in an ACO through a convener. This shift would dramatically reshape long-standing assumptions about Medicare […]

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Measuring Your MSO: The Key to Growth and Premium Retention

July 22, 2025

As healthcare organizations navigate a rapidly evolving landscape shaped by value-based care, population health, and payer-provider realignment, many providers are turning to Management Services Organizations (MSOs) to enhance operational efficiency and fuel growth. Whether you’re an independent practice, a medical group, or an emerging provider network, evaluating the size and scope of your MSO is […]

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From Lessons to Action: CalAIM’s Impact and the Future of Medi-Cal

July 22, 2025

Medi-Cal Transformation is evolving and the lessons learned since its launch in 2022 have created significant discussion throughout California and other states regarding opportunities to leverage lessons learned in California for Medicaid redesign and in other states for their own Medicaid transformation and waiver efforts. Medi-Cal transformation, formerly known as California Advancing and Innovating Medi-Cal […]

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Prior Authorization Change for Traditional Medicare

July 17, 2025

What Happened?: In early July, CMS announced that they will be launching a new technology focused prior authorization process in six states to help combat fraud, waste and abuse in Traditional Medicare. CMS has highlighted that fraudulent or abusive billing practices, the provision of services with minimal clinical benefit and the use of riskier […]

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Sustaining Quality Care Amidst Medicaid Cuts: Strategic Cost Management for IPAs, CINs and RKKs

June 17, 2025

With reductions in healthcare funding on the horizon, especially in Medicaid, proactive planning is essential to optimize the use of limited care dollars. Reengineering care delivery and transforming practices are not optional but necessary steps to safeguard care access and quality under tightening budget conditions. Data analytics will provide a critical foundation for informed decision-making, […]

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Navigating Medi-Cal Changes: Strategic Considerations for Health Plans, Providers, and Community Partners

June 17, 2025

California’s Medi-Cal program is facing a period of fiscal tightening that we have not seen since the enactment of the Affordable Care Act back in 2010. Driven by both state-level budget constraints and federal policy proposals, cuts will be real and painful. With the Medi-Cal program’s costs projected to exceed $194 billion by FY 2025-26, […]

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6 Things to Know About CMS’ Recent ACO REACH Model Updates

June 17, 2025

The Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) recently issued a notice announcing changes to the ACO REACH for Performance Year 2026. The ACO REACH currently is projected to conclude at the end of 2026, but there is ongoing speculation around a potential expansion. CMS’ intent of these changes is to improve model sustainability by […]

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5 Strategies to Enhance FQHC Performance and Financial Sustainability

June 17, 2025

Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs) play a critical and innovative role in delivering comprehensive care to underserved communities, yet they face ongoing challenges in sustaining financial health and operational efficiency. With Medicaid and Medicare margins tightening as rate increases lag behind inflation, and expected reductions in Medicaid and ACA marketplace membership to cause a growth […]

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