An Animated Conversation About ACOs

Accountable Care Organizations are a continuing source of interest to both health care providers and consumers. We at KHN have called them “the hottest three-letter word in health care.”

Now WBUR’s CommonHealth blog has put together a video animation that walks viewers through how ACOs work and what that means for consumers. The blog promises that this is only the first installment of what they’re calling “Wonk Cinema.” Enjoy.

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<h1>An Animated Conversation About ACOs</h1>
<div>	<span class="byline">Karl Eisenhower</span>
		<time class="posted-on" datetime="2012-02-16T19:06:15-05:00">
			February 16, 2012		</time>
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