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CMS is ending two primary care models early. Here’s what to do next.

CMS is ending two of its value-based primary care models earlier than planned. This leaves provider executives asking a major but fundamental question: Where do we go from here?

CMS is ending two of its value-based primary care models earlier than planned. Below, we unpack what happened, why this matters, what options executives have, and what to do now.

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AFTER YOU READ THIS
  • You'll understand why it matters that CMS ended two primary care models early.
  • You'll learn how to decide what to do next, including one no-brainer solution.
AUTHORS

Clare Wirth

Director, Value-based care research

Timothy Prinz

Director, Strategy and implementation, Optum Advisory

Benjamin Dzialo

Director, VBC strategy, Optum Advisory

Ethan Ormerod

Consultant, Optum Advisory

Posted on June 16, 2025

TOPICS
Primary Care Value-Based Care
INDUSTRY SECTORS
Hospital and Health Systems

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