TEAM readiness — How to prepare for new CMS mandates


Thursday, June 5th, 2025 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM CT

Hospitals are facing a new CMS mandate that shifts surgical episode accountability. The Transforming Episode Accountability Model (TEAM) ties reimbursement to quality and total cost of care. Failure to meet these standards can put health systems at significant financial risk.

Hospitals that aren't prepared could face missed benchmarks, higher penalties and resource strain. But forward-thinking healthcare leaders are acting now.

In this virtual learning session, a policy expert and a health system leader using digital engagement at scale will share how care teams are reducing avoidable utilization while freeing up time for high-touch interventions.

Key takeaways:
 
  • What's at stake under TEAM
  • Real-world strategies to engage surgical patients and avoid costly escalations
  • Lessons from a system delivering personalized care at scale

Presenters:

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Robert Mechanic

Executive Director, Institute for Accountable Care

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Sarah Jenkins

Principal, Healthcare Strategy, Get Well

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Jonna Dube

AVP, Value-Based Program Clinical Integration and Care Pathways
UMass Memorial Health

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