Prepare for Mandatory CMS TEAM Model Participation

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) finalized the Transforming Episode Accountability Model (TEAM) in the FY 2025 Inpatient Prospective Payment System Final Rule. With the CMS TEAM Model set to launch on Jan. 1, 2026, we’ve curated a complete guide for mandatory TEAM participants and providers eligible to consider a voluntary opt in. Inside find key information on:

• CMS TEAM Model overview, highlights and purpose.
• TEAM payment methodology and participation track eligibility.
• Additional model objectives: health equity strategy and decarbonization and resilience initiative.
• How to prepare for TEAM participation.

Fill out the form to get up-to-speed on the new episode-based bundled payment model. You’ll need these insights before entering the mandatory TEAM Model.