LEAD Vs. ACO REACH - What’s Changing And Why The LEAD Model Matters For ACOs And Participating Providers

Starting January 1, 2027, LEAD offers a 10-year model (spanning the years 2027-2036) to effectively replace the ACO REACH model when it sunsets on December 31, 2026. Unlike REACH’s 4-year run with periodic benchmark rebasing, LEAD locks in each ACO’s spending baseline for the full decade—no mid-model resets.... By: Benesch