CMS Unveils ASPIRE Pediatric Whole-Person Care Model For High-Risk Youth, Limited To Five States

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) unveiled a new pediatric care model called Accelerating State Pediatric Innovation Readiness and Effectiveness (ASPIRE) to support whole-person care delivery. ASPIRE is a state-based, voluntary model that will run for 10 years, with up to five states eligible to participate. CMS intends to release a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) in 2026 to select participating states.

Selected states will partner with accountable entities responsible for managing total health care costs and improving care for children and youth. These entities may include managed care plans and accountable care organizations (ACOs).

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