Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to Launch Landmark ACCESS Program - Takeaways - MDSpire

Medicare & Medicaid Services Set to Introduce Innovative ACCESS Initiative

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The ACCESS program by CMS aims to improve outcomes for Medicare Part B beneficiaries through technology-enabled care.
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Over 150 digital health companies are participating, with payments tied to their ability to enhance patient outcomes at scale.
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ACCESS is a 10-year payment experiment that combines capitated rates with outcome-linked payments for managing chronic conditions.
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Concerns exist regarding patient safety and the potential impact of lower-than-expected reimbursement rates on provider participation.
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The program includes a randomized control group to evaluate the effectiveness of digital health interventions.