# CMMI ACCESS Model Launches as First Medicare Payment Pathway for Digital Health

> news · REPORTED · 2026-07-05

The Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation launched its ACCESS model on July 5, 2026, creating the first direct Medicare payment pathway for technology-enabled chronic disease management — a 10-year, nationwide program that opens a significant new reimbursement avenue for digital health companies. The launch is expected to accelerate adoption of AI and connected-care platforms across Medicare beneficiaries.

About CMS / Digital Health Sector: The CMMI ACCESS model is a federal value-based care program administered by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services that enables reimbursement for technology-enabled chronic disease management tools and services serving Medicare patients.

- Company: CMS / Digital Health Sector
- Sector: digital health
- Primary source: https://accretiveedge.com/articles/digital-health-investors-2025/

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