CMS Reports ACO Savings and Improved Quality of Care – CMS issued a press release on August 25, 2016 announcing the 2015 performance year results for the Medicare Shared Savings Program and the Pioneer Accountable Care Organization Model.  CMS reported that health care providers participating in Accountable Care Organizations continue to make significant strides in the quality of care for Medicare beneficiaries.  CMS announced that these improvements were made while saving costs, as collectively since 2012, Medicare Accountable Care Organizations have garnered more than $1.29 billion in total Medicare savings.