ACOs, Care Teams

How Atrius Health stayed independent by not shying away from risk

Modern Healthcare 11/2/2019

Atrius Health, the largest not-for-profit independent medical group in New England, this year reported a $38.7 million operating surplus. It credits risk-based payments for that success, with about 75% of its revenue coming from full-risk contracts in 2018. The risk has paid off, but in this latest “Bold Moves,” CEO Steve Strongwater recalls how he made the decision, what it’s meant for Atrius and how others can reap the same rewards.

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