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@NAACOSnews has released its Specialty Engagement in Accountable Care Toolkit, offering practical, step-by-step guidance to better integrate specialists into value-based models. As the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services advances new specialty-focused models like LEAD, TEAM, and CJR-X, this resource helps organizations align incentives, strengthen referral networks, and use data to drive coordinated, high-quality care. ➡️ Download the toolkit: naacos.com/SpecialtyEngag… #ValueBasedCare #AccountableCare #SpecialtyCare #ACOs #PopulationHealth #HealthPolicy

Tune into a panel discussion on the LEAD Model tomorrow, May 5, at 12 pm PT, hosted by Task Force member COPE Health Solutions. As the May 17 application deadline approaches, this Q&A forum will help ACOs navigate key updates to the LEAD RFA, application requirements, and the capabilities needed to succeed in the model. The session will feature insights from Task Force CEO Theresa Dreyer and other experts, offering real-time guidance. 🔗 Register here: @a2aefdb9-e160-4dc7-ad5b-3dbc67c23815" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">events.teams.microsoft.com/event/325cc230… #ValueBasedCare #AccountableCare #LEAD #CHS #HCTTF

Our April newsletter is out now! In this edition, Task Force CEO Theresa Dreyer examined the CMS LEAD model and the uncertainty surrounding key financial and operational details that may shape ACO participation decisions. Read the full column: mailchi.mp/hcttf/aprilnew… #HCTTF #MonthlyUpdate #ValueBasedCare #HealthCareTransformation

Reimagining dementia care starts with better support for patients and caregivers. Through the GUIDE Model, @MedStarHealth delivers interdisciplinary, person-centered care that addresses medical and non-medical drivers of health. With overwhelmingly positive feedback from patients and providers, MedStar Health’s intervention serves as a framework for improving outcomes across high-needs populations. Read insights on how MedStar Health implemented the GUIDE Model from Jeanne DeCosmo BSN, MBA, the Senior Director of Clinical Care Transformation, in a new HealthLeaders article: healthleadersmedia.com/cmo/cmos-are-y… See how MedStar’s approach can serve as a blueprint for other high-needs populations in our case study: hcttf.org/reimagining-de… #SpecialtyCare #HealthCareTransformation #DimentiaCare #MedStarHealth #ValueBasedCare #GUIDEModel

Task Force member @AledadeACO, Inc. authored a new article, Unleashing the Full Potential of MSSP to Drive Greater ACO Participation and Savings, outlining how the Medicare Shared Savings Program can expand accountable care, lower costs, improve quality, and strengthen Medicare for beneficiaries nationwide. The piece highlights practical policy solutions to grow ACO participation, reduce unnecessary spending, improve care outcomes, and create stronger long-term incentives for providers to invest in value-based care. Read the full article: healthaffairs.org/content/forefr… #AccountableCare #ValueBasedCare #MSSP #HealthCareTransformation

Tomorrow, Task Force CEO Theresa Dreyer will speak at the National Association of ACOs, discussing how to effectively engage specialists in advancing #ValueBasedCare. Speakers will highlight key motivators unique to specialty care and share practical lessons and best practices to help organizations drive alignment and accelerate care delivery transformation. See the full agenda: lnkd.in/ebsK7eVU

We want to extend a huge thank you to the Task Force Board of Directors for a wonderful meeting yesterday in Washinton DC! 👏 We are grateful to have been joined by outstanding guest speakers John Brooks, the Deputy Administrator and Chief Policy and Regulatory Officer at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Medicaid and Jaewon Ryu, the CEO of Risant Health who each shared valuable insights and perspectives. #ValueBasedCare #HealthPolicy #HealthCareTransformation #HCTTF

Today, @HCTTF is convening its second Board Meeting of 2026 today in Washington DC! Looking forward to a fantastic day of discussion and collaboration. Stay tuned for exciting news about new members! #HealthCareTrasformation #ValueBasedCare #HCTTF #Leadership

We're looking forward to the @NAACOSnews 2026 Spring Conference next week! Task Force CEO Theresa Dreyer will join a panel discussion exploring how to effectively engage specialists in advancing #ValueBasedCare. See the full agenda: lnkd.in/ebsK7eVU #HealthCareTransformation #SpecialtyIntegration #HCTTF #NAACOs

Our recent case study co-developed with MedStar Health showcases their implementation of the GUIDE Model. Learn about Medstar’s approach and how similar programs can improve outcomes across a wide range of high-needs populations. ➡️ Explore the case study: bit.ly/4v1hQ8D This resource is part of our value-based specialty integration series. Check out findings from the oncology and cardiology capitation case studies: -      bit.ly/4tgzjrP - bit.ly/4sPQwZA #SpecialtyIntegration #CaseStudies #HCTTF #MedStarHealth #GUIDE #ValueBasedCare

📢 Happening tomorrow, April 9, the The George Washington University- Milken Institute School of Public Health will host the 2026 Gibbs Oration featuring Dr. Rochelle P. Walensky as the distinguished speaker. The Task Force’s Director of Policy and Strategic Initiatives, David Goldstein MS, will moderate the discussion. Learn more:🔗 calendar.gwu.edu/event/gibbs-or…

Check out the Task Force's March newsletter 👇 In this issue, our Director of Value-Based Implementation, Charlotte Burnett, examined the growing affordability crisis and outlined cross-sector solutions championed by our members. 🔗 mailchi.mp/hcttf/march-ne… #HCTTF #MonthlyUpdate #Affordability #MarchNewsletter

“Dementia care requires a coordinated approach that supports both patients and the caregivers who play a critical role in their wellbeing.” – Theresa Dreyer, CEO of the Health Care Transformation Task Force Our new case study with MedStar Health demonstrates how the GUIDE Model enables value-based, person-centered dementia care that keeps patients safely in their homes longer. See how MedStar’s approach can serve as a blueprint for other high-needs populations.  hcttf.org/reimagining-de… #SpecialtyCare #CaseStudy #HCTTF #MedStarHealth #GUIDEModel #DimentiaCare

“Dementia care requires a coordinated approach that supports both patients and the caregivers who play a critical role in their wellbeing.” – Theresa Dreyer, CEO of the Health Care Transformation Task Force Our new case study with MedStar Health demonstrates how the GUIDE Model enables value-based, person-centered dementia care that keeps patients safely in their homes longer. See how MedStar’s approach can serve as a blueprint for other high-needs populations.  hcttf.org/reimagining-de… #SpecialtyCare #CaseStudy #HCTTF #MedStarHealth #GUIDEModel #DimentiaCare

Next week on April 9th, David Goldstein MS, the Director of Policy & Strategic Initiatives at the Task Force is moderating the 2026 Gibbs Oration hosted by The George Washington University- Milken Institute School of Public Health. 🔗 Learn more here: calendar.gwu.edu/event/gibbs-or… #NationalPublicHealthWeek #HCTTF

The Task Force is excited to participate in the NAACOs Spring Conference 2026, happening April 22–24. The session will explore how to effectively engage specialists in advancing value-based care. Speakers will highlight key motivators unique to specialty care and share practical lessons and best practices to help organizations drive alignment and accelerate care delivery transformation. Learn more: naacos.com/spring-2026-co…

The Task Force's March newsletter is out now! In her column, Theresa Dreyer highlighted CMS’ Quality Conference agenda, including priorities around affordability, primary care investment, Medicare Advantage improvements, and reducing waste and fraud amid ongoing workforce recruitment efforts. Read the full article: mailchi.mp/hcttf/march-ne… #MonthlyNewsletter #HCTTF #CMSQualityConference

Today, @HCTTF released a case study co-developed with @MedStarHealth, highlighting their implementation of the GUIDE Model. Learn more here: hcttf.org/reimagining-de…

Excited to see Robert Bessler, CEO of Task Force member Honest Health, selected to serve on the Healthcare Advisory Committee. This Committee will provide expert advice to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on improving, strengthening, and modernizing health care. 🔗 Check out the full announcement: cms.gov/newsroom/press…