May 16, 2025

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Why Hospitals Need a Home-Based PT Partner for the 2026 TEAM Model

In January 2026, the CMS Transforming Episode Accountability Model (TEAM) will go into effect, holding hospitals financially accountable for the entire episode of care surrounding musculoskeletal procedures — including post-discharge recovery. This blog explores why home-based outpatient physical therapy is essential for hospitals to succeed under TEAM and how the right PT partner can improve outcomes, reduce readmissions, and help manage episode cost.

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