The Transforming Episode Accountability Model (TEAM) is a mandatory, episode-based alternative payment model developed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid services (CMS).    It requires selected acute care hospitals to coordinate care for Medicare beneficiaries undergoing specific surgical procedures, assuming responsibility for the cost and quality of care from surgery through the first 30 days post-discharge.   To prepare for participation in the TEAM model, we’ve put together this blog that hospitals can leverage to ensure model success. If you want a fillable, easy-to-download form, you can access that in our CMS TEAM Model Readiness Checklist. [Access the CMS TEAM Model Readiness Checklist] TEAM readiness checklist breakdown  1. Complete preparation steps: Assess participation status and more  Mandatory participation: Determine if your hospital is located within one of the Core-based Statistical Areas (CBSAs) selected for mandatory participation...