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ACCESS Model Application Period Extended, First Applicants Accepted to JoinWhat’s new: More than 150 leading health care organizations have been accepted to participate in the launch of the ACCESS (Advancing Chronic Care with Effective Scalable Solutions) Model. Why it matters: Most of the organizations have not previously served Medicare beneficiaries and will bring additional technology-supported care options to help people manage chronic conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, chronic pain and depression. What to expect: CMS is extending the initial application deadline to May 15, 2026, so that more organizations can participate in ACCESS when it launches on July 5, 2026; Medicare enrollment is required for participation but not to apply. The big picture: ACCESS empowers people with Medicare and their clinicians by offering services that are convenient, affordable and integrated with their existing care teams. Additional details: The voluntary ACCESS Model focuses on conditions affecting more than two-thirds of people with Medicare. All organizations must adhere to strict guardrails, which include enrollment in the Medicare Part B as providers or suppliers, compliance with licensure, data privacy and security standards, outcome-reporting, and other quality standards. Private payers representing 165 million members across Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, and commercial coverage have also committed to aligning with the ACCESS model's payment approach, with many beginning this year. For a list of accepted applicants, visit: https://www.cms.gov/priorities/innovation/access-model-accepted-applicants Find out more: |
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