Tag: Chronic Disease Management

CMS Announces ACCESS Model to Test Outcome-Payment Approach for Tech-Driven Chronic Care

CMS launches the ACCESS Model to link Medicare payments to clinical outcomes, expanding technology-supported care for chronic disease management starting July 2026.

CMS Finalizes Mandatory Ambulatory Specialty Model for Specialists in Medicare

CMS finalizes the mandatory Ambulatory Specialty Model in Medicare, expanding value-based care to specialists treating chronic conditions with two-sided financial risk and collaborative care requirements.

CMS Launches ACCESS Model to Pay Medicare for Digital Health Outcomes

The CMS ACCESS Model, starting in 2026, will shift Medicare payments from service volume to health outcomes, advancing digital health in chronic disease management.

Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program Faces Low Enrollment and Operational Challenges

The Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program has enrolled less than 1% of eligible beneficiaries since 2018 due to administrative, referral, and awareness challenges despite proven effectiveness. CMS changes aim to improve access and provider reimbursement.

CMS Launches ACCESS Model to Advance Medicare Chronic Care with Digital Tools

CMS introduces the ACCESS Model to enhance chronic care for Medicare beneficiaries using digital health tools and outcome-based payment models starting in 2026.

CMS Launches ACCESS Model to Transform Chronic Care with Outcomes-Based Payments

CMS announces the ACCESS Model, a 10-year initiative starting in 2026 to advance technology-supported, outcomes-based care for Medicare beneficiaries with chronic conditions, emphasizing performance-driven payments and regulatory compliance.

CMS Ends Kidney Care Payment Model, Updates Home Health and Chronic Care Initiatives

CMS will end the kidney care payment model early and adjust Medicare home health reimbursements in 2026. A new 10-year program supports tech adoption for chronic disease management.

West Virginia At-Home Care Service Launches Medicare-Funded Program for Neurological Conditions

Right at Home in West Virginia introduces a Medicare-funded program providing respite care for seniors with dementia, Parkinson's, and Alzheimer's. The initiative offers tailored care plans to support family caregivers managing chronic neurological conditions.

AI-Driven Predictive Analytics Enhance Diabetes Care and Reduce Medicare Costs

Explore how AI-powered predictive analytics improve diabetes management and reduce Medicare costs through personalized patient adherence interventions.

Insurance Churn Reduces Prevention Investment, Worsening U.S. Health Outcomes

Explore how frequent health insurance churn in the U.S. reduces insurers' incentives to invest in preventive care and chronic disease management, worsening health outcomes and increasing costs.