Video Resources & Events
Access official CMS recordings, presentations, and webinars about the ACCESS Model. These resources provide valuable insights directly from CMS leadership and program experts.
Stay Informed
CMS hosts regular webinars and informational sessions for prospective ACCESS participants. Submit the Interest Form to receive notifications about upcoming events.
Official CMS Events
ACCESS Model Launch Event
The official introduction of the ACCESS Model, featuring CMS leadership explaining the program's goals, structure, and how it will transform chronic care delivery in Medicare.
Introducing ACCESS: Modernizing America's Care for Better Health
Official HHS-CMS launch event introducing the ACCESS Model to stakeholders
Key Topics Covered:
- Overview of the ACCESS Model and its objectives
- How Outcome-Aligned Payments work
- The four clinical tracks and conditions covered
- Timeline and application process
- How ACCESS complements traditional Medicare care
Technology-Supported Care Presentation
A detailed presentation on how technology-supported care fits within the ACCESS Model framework, including digital health tools, remote monitoring, and virtual care delivery.
CMS ACCESS Model: Expanding Access to Technology-Supported Care
Deep dive into technology requirements and opportunities under ACCESS
Key Topics Covered:
- Role of digital health in chronic disease management
- Technology infrastructure requirements
- FDA compliance and the TEMPO pilot program
- Care delivery flexibility (virtual, in-person, hybrid)
- Data reporting and API integration
Event Highlights
Why ACCESS Matters
From the launch event, CMS emphasized several key points:
"Today, people with Original Medicare have limited access to technology-supported care services for managing their chronic conditions because of Medicare payment barriers. ACCESS addresses this gap by testing a new payment option that emphasizes outcomes over activities."
Understanding Outcome-Aligned Payments
The CMS presentations explain how Outcome-Aligned Payments (OAPs) differ from traditional fee-for-service:
Patient Enrollment
Patients voluntarily enroll with ACCESS organizations, either directly or through provider referral.
Baseline Assessment
Organizations collect baseline measures (e.g., blood pressure, HbA1c, validated outcome measures) to track improvement.
Technology-Supported Care
Care is delivered through flexible modalities—virtual, in-person, apps, remote monitoring—as clinically appropriate.
Outcome Measurement
Payment is tied to achieving measurable health outcomes, not specific activities or visit counts.
Clinical Tracks Overview
The videos provide detailed explanations of each clinical track:
Early Cardio-Kidney-Metabolic (eCKM)
Early intervention for cardio-kidney-metabolic conditions before they progress to more serious disease.
Cardio-Kidney-Metabolic (CKM)
Management of established cardio-kidney-metabolic conditions with outcome targets for control and improvement.
Musculoskeletal (MSK)
Focused track for chronic pain lasting more than three months, with validated patient-reported outcome measures.
Behavioral Health (BH)
Behavioral health track using PHQ-9 and GAD-7 assessments to measure symptom improvement.
Upcoming Events
Get Notified
CMS will host additional webinars and Q&A sessions as the application period approaches. Submit the Interest Form to receive invitations.
How to Participate in Future Events
Submit Interest Form
Complete the ACCESS Model Interest Form to join the mailing list for event notifications.
Watch for Announcements
CMS will announce webinar dates through the mailing list and on the official ACCESS Model webpage.
Prepare Questions
Review the RFA and FAQs beforehand to make the most of Q&A opportunities.
ACCESS Model Interest Form
Sign up to receive notifications about upcoming events and webinars
Additional CMS Resources
CMS Innovation Center
CMS Innovation Center
Overview of all CMS Innovation Center models and initiatives
ACCESS Model Official Page
Official CMS webpage with the latest ACCESS Model information
Related Model Information
Value-Based Care Overview
Learn about CMS's approach to value-based payment models
Contact
For questions about ACCESS Model events or to request accessibility accommodations:
Email: ACCESSModelTeam@cms.hhs.gov
Next Steps
Official Documents
Download the RFA and other official materials
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common ACCESS Model questions
Check Eligibility
Review requirements to participate in ACCESS