With the hs-CRP test, a result of lower than 1.0 mg/L is associated with a low risk of developing cardiovascular disease; average risk of developing cardiovascular disease is associated with a level between 1.0 and 3.0 mg/L; and high risk for cardiovascular disease is linked to hs-CRP above 3.0 mg/L.
ACOs provide many potential benefits to patients. 1  Accessibility â ACOs and Medical Homes are focused upon increasing accessibility for patients. 2  Care Coordination and communication â The concept of ACOs is to provide a care team which coordinates efforts to provide better patient care.
ACO- define. accountable care organization- organization of providers accountable for the quality, cost, and overall care of Medicare beneficiaries who are assigned in the traditional fee-for-service program. A health reform mechanism that ties reimbursement to quality and costs.