The term “sunset January 1, 2025” refers to the date on which the Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP) will expire. The MSSP is a voluntary program that allows eligible clinicians and hospitals to form Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) to provide coordinated care to Medicare beneficiaries. ACOs are paid a shared savings payment if they are able to reduce the growth in Medicare spending while meeting quality targets.
The expiration of the MSSP has been a topic of debate for several years. Some argue that the program has been successful in reducing costs and improving quality, and should be extended. Others argue that the program has not been as successful as hoped, and that it should be allowed to expire.
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