Introduction to Advanced Primary Care Management (APCM)

Advanced Primary Care Management (APCM) is Medicare’s latest initiative to help primary care providers deliver continuous, proactive care to patients. This program is a significant step by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in bridging traditional fee-for-service (FFS) care with value-based, population-focused care elements. For primary care practices accustomed to the FFS model, APCM offers a unique opportunity to explore population-based care management without the downside risk that can often come with value-based initiatives.

Unlike past pilot programs — such as Primary Care First and Comprehensive Primary Care Plus (CPC+) — APCM integrates population-based elements directly into the FFS structure. This makes it a low-risk, voluntary program that enhances care without requiring a full commitment to a new payment model. Such a blend of FFS and value-based care makes APCM a win-win for practices: primary care providers can broaden their approach to patient care while simultaneously benefitting from stable, recurring revenue streams.

Below are linked both the comprehensive APCM guide, and the APCM Program Guide:

The comprehensive APCM guide explores everything you need to know about APCM, including its benefits, CMS requirements, implementation steps, and tips for integrating APCM with remote patient monitoring (RPM). Whether you’re considering APCM to improve patient outcomes, enhance engagement, or diversify revenue, this guide will equip you with the knowledge and tools to make APCM a seamless addition to your practice.

The APCM Program Guide summarizes all the articles found on the help center and in our APCM Pillar page. It provides the information included in the APCM comprehensive guide with greater detail centered around the information provided in the 2025 Physician Fee Schedule final rule. This guide will serves as a useful reference for any granular questions on running a successful, and compliant APCM program. 

Here is a video introduction, explaining everything you need to know when getting started with APCM:

• Comprehensive Advanced primary care management guide.pdf300 KB
• Advanced Primary Care Management Program Reference Guide.pdf600 KB