People have the right to make their own decisions regarding their healthcare. In instances where they might be incapable of making these choices, advance directives offer a valuable means to effectively convey their treatment preferences.

Over the last several weeks, we’ve focused on readiness for joining an Accountable Care Organization, or ACO. We’ve explored what an ACO is, shown how to see if your practice is ready to join an ACO, and shared five key questions to assess before either forming your own ACO or joining an existing ACO.