Jul 3, 2026
Don’t Miss Our July 30 Webinar: Understanding CMS’s Mandatory Ambulatory Specialty Model (ASM)
Does your practice treat 20 or more Medicare patients with heart failure or low back pain each year? If so, CMS’s new Ambulatory Specialty Model (ASM) may directly impact your organization.
Unlike many value-based care initiatives, the ASM is a mandatory payment model for selected specialists billing under Medicare Part B who treat these conditions. Beginning in 2027, the model is designed to increase specialist accountability for chronic disease management, reduce low-value care, and strengthen coordination between specialists and primary care providers.
CMS has released the preliminary list of participating providers, with an update coming later this year. You can check your status by clicking this link.
With financial risk increasing through 2033, now is the time to understand the model and begin preparing your practice.
Join us for our webinar on Thursday, July 30, where we will provide a practical overview of:
• Core-Based Statistical Area (CBSA) selection methodology
• Participant eligibility requirements
• Cohort-specific quality measures
• Financial implications and risk timelines
• Recommended steps to prepare your organization
Whether you are a practice administrator, physician leader, or quality improvement professional, this session will equip you with the insights and action steps needed to prepare for one of the most significant mandatory specialty payment models introduced by CMS.
Register today and get ahead of the changes!
UNDERSTANDING CMS’S MANDATORY AMBULATORY SPECIALTY MODEL
THURSDAY JULY 30 12:00 – 1:00 PM ET
Contact YOUR experts at Kentucky REC with all your CMS QPP, MIPS/MVP, and APM Track questions. We’re here to help: 859-323-3090.
May 7, 2026
May is Asthma & Allergy Awareness Month
Over 27.8 million adults and 4.8 million children in the U.S. are living with asthma.
The Kentucky REC, in partnership with KDPH’s Kentucky Asthma Management Program (KAMP) are raising awareness about the importance of asthma control, helping patients, caregiver, and healthcare professionals build knowledge and skills needed for effective daily management.
Many learning opportunities are available this month to support individuals and families in living well with asthma.
The American Lung Association (ALA) and the Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) are providing FREE RESOURCES to help your healthcare organization increase awareness and access to resources within your communities.
AAFA: CLICK HERE for Pediatric Asthma Social Media Toolkit
ALA: CLICK HERE for Asthma Awareness Month | American Lung Association Resources
KAMP: CLICK HERE for Asthma Management Program – Cabinet for Health and Family Services Resources
Patient and Clinical Education Opportunities:
May 5: Webinar: 2026 Clean Air School Symposium, 11am – 2:30pm ESTÂ REGISTER HERE
May 8: Webinar: Building Clinical Linkages with Asthma Care Partners, 12 – 1pm EST REGISTER HERE
May 15: Webinar: Asthma Medication in Schools: Back to the Basics,12 – 1pm EST REGISTER HERE
May 22: Webinar: Treating Persistent Asthma: Putting your Patient on the Right Therapy Using the Stepwise Charts, 12 – 1pm EST REGISTER HERE
May 29: Webinar: Asthma Action Plans, 12- 1pm EST REGISTER HERE
