Hierarchical Condition Category (HCC) coding ensures accurate risk adjustment and appropriate reimbursement.
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News & Events
Check out what’s happening with CHESS and the industry as more health care systems make the move to value. CHESS is committed to keeping our clients and colleagues up to date on the latest news in the new world of value-based health care.
ACO REACH: Innovation in Payment Models Driving Better Care and Greater Rewards
In today’s changing healthcare landscape, value-based models are redefining the way that providers give care and are reimbursed. Among these, ACO REACH (Accountable Care Organization Realizing Equity, Access, and Community Health) has emerged at the forefront not only for its…
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2025 Updates to Medicare Annual Wellness Visits
In 2025, Medicare has introduced several enhancements to the Annual Wellness Visits to improve preventive care and address beneficiaries’ comprehensive health needs.
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Coding Corner: Annual Wellness Visit Documentation & Coding
The goal of the AWV is to assess a patient’s risk factors, develop a personalized prevention plan, and discuss advance care planning. How do we document and code these yearly visits?
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The Power of Collaboration in Value Based Care: Unlocking Better Patient Outcomes
Collaboration in value-based care boosts patient outcomes and financial sustainability through teamwork, care coordination, and data-driven strategies.
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Understanding the Benefits of ACO REACH: Waivers, Quality Withhold Incentives, and Favorable Benchmarks
ACO REACH (Accountable Care Organization Realizing Equity, Access, and Community Health) offers participants a unique opportunity to enhance patient care while benefitting from financial incentives. Among the many benefits of ACO REACH, waivers, quality withhold provisions, and favorable benchmarks stand…
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