Memorial Hospital is proud to announce it has been recognized by the Illinois Rural Community Care Organization (IRCCO) with the Best in ACO (Accountable Care Organization) Medicare Wellness Visits 2025 Award. This award honors Memorial Hospital’s commitment to preventive healthcare and its success in encouraging Medicare beneficiaries to complete their Medicare Wellness Visits.
Medicare Wellness Visits play an important role in helping patients stay healthy by identifying potential health risks, closing gaps in care, and creating personalized plans that support long-term wellness. Through meaningful patient outreach, strong provider engagement, and a continued focus on preventive care, Memorial Hospital has helped patients take a proactive approach to their health while supporting the goals of the Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP).
“This recognition reflects our commitment to providing exceptional care beyond treating illness,” said Karen Bucholtz, Director of Clinic Quality. “Preventive care is one of the most valuable tools we have to help our patients live healthier lives, and we are proud of our providers and staff for making these important wellness visits a priority.”
IRCCO congratulated Memorial Hospital on this achievement, recognizing the organization’s dedication to preventive medicine and improving the health of the communities it serves.
Awards like this reflect the dedication of Memorial Hospital’s providers, nurses, care teams, and support staff who work together every day to help our patients stay healthy, informed, and well. To learn more about Medicare Wellness Visits, visit MHTLC.ORG.
Pictured left to right: Todd Searls, Executive Director of IRCCO, and Memorial Hospital staff; Karen Bucholtz, Brandy Bias, Carmalitta Baum, Emily Heagy, Tasha Koehler, and Melita Finney
