What Does the Affordable Care Act Focus on Quality Mean for My Diabetes Practice?
Goals
Growth of US Healthcare Spending 1980 to 2011
US Healthcare Payers from 1980 to 2011
US Healthcare Costs in 2010
ACA and NQS Overview
Quality Measures
How Can ACA Affect the Treatment of Patients With Diabetes?
ACA’s Impact on Diabetic Patients Without Insurance
Covered Preventive Care for Diabetes
Diabetes Self-management Costs
What Kind of Limits Exist With ACA?
ACA’s Cost Considerations
Increased Premiums Under ACA
Current Out-of-Pocket Expenses for Patients With High-Deductible Plans
Equip Your Patients for ACA
Possible Consequences of ACA on Specialty Care
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