What transition was initiated due to the healthcare reform legislation enacted in March 2010?

The healthcare reform legislation enacted in March 2010, primarily known as the Affordable Care Act (ACA), initiated a substantial transition toward new models of healthcare delivery. This shift aimed to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of health services, emphasizing value-based care, patient-centered approaches, and integration of services. The ACA encouraged the development of Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs), bundled payment models, and patient-centered medical homes, all designed to provide coordinated and comprehensive care that meets the needs of patients while containing costs.

This transition marked a significant departure from traditional fee-for-service models, which often led to fragmented care and incentivized volume over value. By promoting new delivery models, the ACA aimed to enhance care quality, improve health outcomes, and ultimately reduce healthcare expenditures, aligning with the goals of reform to create a more sustainable and equitable healthcare system.