What is a dce?

DCE stands for Direct Contracting Entity, which is a type of organization that participates in the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Direct Contracting Model. DCEs are responsible for managing healthcare services and costs for a defined Medicare beneficiary population, working to improve care quality and reduce expenses. These organizations can include physician groups, health systems, and other healthcare providers. DCEs take on varying levels of financial risk and reward based on their performance in managing patient care and costs. The goal is to promote value-based care while maintaining high standards of patient outcomes.