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Launching Educational Hub 'Are You TEAM Ready'

Centers Health Care, the largest and most comprehensive post-acute healthcare provider in the Northeast, is proud to announce a significant initiative aimed at empowering hospitals and healthcare providers as they brace for upcoming changes within the healthcare financial landscape. The newly established 'Are You TEAM Ready' educational hub is specifically designed to navigate the mandatory Transforming Episode Accountability Model (TEAM) introduced by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).

Aims and Objectives of the 'Are You TEAM Ready' Hub

The initiative focuses on informing and preparing healthcare professionals for the upcoming bundled payment model, scheduled to be rolled out on January 1, 2026. Over the coming year, hospitals nationwide will be required to adapt to this new system, which emphasizes cohesive collaboration throughout the healthcare continuum. The TEAM model aims to enhance patient outcomes and minimize unnecessary hospital readmissions by facilitating better operational efficiencies.

To fulfill this mission, the Educational Hub will provide essential information, insightful resources, and best practices to help health administrators and clinicians manage episodic care effectively. The hub serves as a bridge between acute and post-acute care systems, equipping hospital leaders, care managers, and healthcare providers with crucial knowledge to seamlessly adopt these changes.

Key Features of the TEAM Educational Hub

1. Are You TEAM Ready Checklist: This practical tool helps healthcare providers assess and select long-term care partners that align with their TEAM goals, ensuring a smooth adaptation process.
2. Tracking the Conversation: A dedicated section featuring recent articles, updates, and insights regarding the TEAM model to keep healthcare professionals informed and prepared.

The Importance of Collaboration

Kenny Rozenberg, CEO of Centers Health Care, emphasizes the critical role of hospitals in the healthcare continuum. He believes that preparation is key for adapting to the upcoming changes in healthcare financial management. Through the TEAM Educational Hub, hospitals can better understand their roles and responsibilities, making informed decisions about partnering with long-term care facilities and improving the overall quality of patient care.

By aligning hospital efforts with broader healthcare objectives, such as Medicare's Bundled Payments for Care Improvement (BPCI) Advanced program, the TEAM model underscores the importance of post-acute care in driving successful patient recoveries. Identifying a reliable skilled nursing facility (SNF) partner is paramount for hospitals to reduce patient length of stay and minimize readmission rates effectively.

Proven Results in Rehabilitation

Centers Health Care is dedicated to providing high-quality rehabilitation services. Each year, more than 10,000 patients successfully complete their rehabilitation journeys, allowing them to return to their families and their homes. This impressive achievement stems from the unmatched rehabilitation and therapy services offered at Centers Health Care facilities, solidifying the organization's position as a premier partner for hospitals in achieving short-term quality goals.

Steve Carr, Chief Sales Officer at Centers Health Care, notes that while the CMS 5-star rating system provides helpful information, it often fails to capture the complexities of a skilled nursing facility’s efficacy in delivering results for specific demographics. Therefore, it is vital for hospitals to proactively assess potential SNF partners by exploring their capabilities, resources, and historical successes in complex care management.

Access the TEAM Educational Hub

The TEAM Educational Hub is now live and available for all healthcare professionals seeking guidance in this critical transition period. For further information, visit www.AreyouTEAMready.com or get in touch with Steve Carr directly at [email protected].

About Centers Health Care

Centers Health Care stands out as one of the leading post-acute healthcare organizations in the Northeast, operating a robust network of skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and senior care services across 45 locations in New York State, New York City, and Southern New Jersey. For more details about Centers Health Care and its initiatives, please visit www.centershealthcare.com.