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title: Advancing Chronic Care with Effective, Scalable Solutions (ACCESS) Model
description: The ACCESS (Advancing Chronic Care with Effective, Scalable Solutions) Model tests an outcome-aligned payment approach in Original Medicare to expand access to new technology-supported care options that help people improve their health and prevent and manage chronic disease. The voluntary model focuses on conditions affecting more than two-thirds of people with Medicare, including high blood pressure, diabetes, chronic musculoskeletal pain, and depression. It will run for 10 years beginning July 1, 2026.
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# [Advancing Chronic Care with Effective, Scalable Solutions (ACCESS) Model](https://go.northwestahec.wakehealth.edu/practicesupport/advancing-chronic-care-with-effective-scalable-solutions-access-model)

 Written by [Chris Jones, DrPH](https://go.northwestahec.wakehealth.edu/practicesupport/author/chris-jones) | Jan 5, 2026 12:00:00 PM

## **ACCESS Model: What You Need to Know**

Last week, CMS launched important information about the [**Advancing Chronic Care with Effective, Scalable Solutions (ACCESS) Model**](https://www.cms.gov/priorities/innovation/innovation-models/access), and we want to make sure your practice is ready to take advantage of this opportunity.

### **Key Highlights**

- **Launch Date:** July 1, 2026
- **Duration:** 10-year voluntary program within **Original Medicare**
- **Goal:** Improve care for conditions that affect millions of beneficiaries through innovative, scalable solutions.

### **Four Clinical Tracks**

The ACCESS Model focuses on:

1. **Early Cardio-Kidney-Metabolic (CKM) Conditions**  
   Hypertension, high cholesterol, obesity, and prediabetes.
2. **Established CKM Disease**  
   Diabetes, chronic kidney disease, and heart disease.
3. **Musculoskeletal Chronic Pain**
4. **Behavioral Health**  
   Depression and anxiety.

### **Flexibility for Your Practice**

Here’s the good news: **You can participate in just one component**. For example, if your team is ready to start with **reporting depression and anxiety measures**, that’s an option. This flexibility makes it easier for practices to engage without overhauling all workflows at once.

### **Why This Matters**

- **Better Outcomes:** Supports proactive, coordinated care for chronic conditions.
- **Practice Growth:** Positions your team as a leader in value-based care.
- **Patient Engagement:** Helps address behavioral health needs alongside physical health.

### **Next Steps**

- **Learn More:** Review [CMS details here](https://www.cms.gov/priorities/innovation/innovation-models/access) 
- **Assess Readiness:** Identify which track aligns best with your patient population.
- **Plan Ahead:** Start conversations with your team about workflows for reporting measures.

[View full post](https://go.northwestahec.wakehealth.edu/practicesupport/advancing-chronic-care-with-effective-scalable-solutions-access-model)

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