HPC updates ACO certification standards, raises health equity expectations for 2026 cycle
Apr 17, 2025
Apr 17, 2025
HPC staff previewed updates to the accountable care organization certification cycle, including streamlined assessment questions, stronger data stratification and reporting expectations on health equity, and a September–October application timeline for certifications effective Jan. 1, 2026.
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Health Policy Commission staff outlined refinements to the ACO certification standards for the 2026 cycle, emphasizing learning, equity and patient experience and previewing a September application portal opening and an October 1 application deadline.
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