Question

How is an Accountable Care Organization impacted in a merger?

Answer 1

Merged Accountable care organization has both positive and negative impact

Pros:

• Reduces cost of treatment
• Quality of care and patients safety
• Advancement of technology
• Less time consuming
• Qualified health professionals

Cons:

• Financial crisis or improper services can reduce the quality of care and patients safety
• Staff layoff may occur because of work pressure
• Organizations may fail due to it's inefficiency and disorganisation
• Medication error or failed medical and surgical practices may occur due to organization inefficiency