Beyond compliance: Turning CMS’s TEAM Model into a competitive advantage
In January 2026, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will launch the Transforming Episode Accountability Model (TEAM), requiring many hospitals to participate in bundled payment programs for select surgical episodes. This is more than a reimbursement change, it’s a readiness test for value-based care. TEAM will challenge hospitals to achieve tighter financial, clinical, … Beyond compliance: Turning CMS’s TEAM Model into a competitive advantage
