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This article was originally featured in Fierce Healthcare. Starting January 2026, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will launch the Transforming Episode Accountability Model (TEAM) – a mandatory five-year initiative designed to improve surgical episode outcomes and lower Medicare spending. For hospitals selected to participate, TEAM introduces a new level of accountability: financial responsibility for the entire recovery episode, not just the surgery. This includes post-acute care (PAC) – where clinical and financial risks are often highest. To succeed, hospitals will need real-time visibility into post-discharge care to enhance coordination, improve outcomes, and manage costs effectively. TEAM’s impact on hospitals and post-acute...read more