A way to group beneficiaries into age categories in order to determine the relative cost of health insurance premiums. Under the Affordable Care Act, the ratio of age band ratings is limited to 3:1, meaning that the oldest individuals cannot pay more than three times...
Supports state efforts to streamline access to long-term services and supports (LTSS). ADRCs simplify access to LTSS. ADRCs are designed to serve as highly visible and trusted places available in communities across the country where people get information and...
A payment approach that makes incentive payments to providers who meet standards of care quality and cost-efficiency. (Also see Advanced Alternative Payment Models)