While officials from the American College of Cardiology said that the organization supports the concepts of value-based care, “it is important that bundled care models be carried out in such a way that clinicians are given the time and tools to truly impact patient care in the best ways possible. Changes in payment structures in health care can pose significant challenges to clinicians and must be driven by clinical practices that improve patient outcomes,” ACC President Richard A. Chazal, MD, said in a statement. “We are optimistic that CMS will listen to comments, incorporate feedback from clinicians, and provide ample time for implementation of these new payment models. Our ultimate goal is to improve patient care and to improve heart health.”
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