Understanding the CMS Team Model: A Shift in Medicare Payment Reform

Persivia Inc18 Jul, 2025Health

Healthcare is getting a major makeover, and the CMS Team Model is leading the charge. Starting January 1, 2026, hospitals across 797 regions will operate under new rules that fundamentally change how Medicare pays for surgical care. Instead of the traditional fee-for-service approach, hospitals will now be accountable for both the cost and quality of care for 30 days after surgery.