ACOs play a vital role in advancing health equity. By developing and implementing comprehensive health equity plans, ACOs can identify and address the unique needs of their patient populations. This can lead to improved health outcomes and reduced costs for everyone.
However, developing and maintaining a comprehensive health equity plan is not easy work. It requires a commitment to continuous iteration and learning. ACOs that are willing to invest in health equity now will be well-positioned to succeed in the REACH program and beyond.
