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TEAM CONNECT 

TEAM CONNECT is your hub for navigating episode-based payment models. Built for hospital leaders, this community brings together forward-thinking professionals to help you succeed in value-based care payment models.

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Who Should Join?

Hospital Executives

driving innovation in value-based care.

Specialists

advancing their practices through bundled payment participation.

ACO Leaders

utilizing episode bundles to improve outcomes and manage costs.

CIN Administrators

seeking data-driven strategies for successful collaboration.

TRANSFORMING EPISODE ACCOUNTABILITY MODEL

5 Surgical Bundles
Lower Extremity Joint Replacement, Surgical Hip and Femur Fracture Treatment, Spinal Fusion, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft, and Major Bowel Procedures
Hospital Mandatory Participation
Hospitals required to participate are based on selected geographic regions, CBSAs, from across the United States. 
5-Year Model
The model runs 2026 to 2030. Designed with a one-year glide path to mandatory downside financial risk for most hospital participants.

Are you a TEAM participant?

Review the CMS posted list of TEAM participants and start preparing today.

In January 2026, over 700 mandated hospitals will enter CMS' Transforming Episode Accountability Model (TEAM). Explore TEAM CONNECT’s public resources to prepare for success.

View the quick reference guide ›

Our latest TEAM Resources

Intro copy clearly and concisely explaining exactly what ASM CONNECT does and how it benefits those who participate.

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