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Oct 16, 2025

3 min

What is the CMS age friendly initiative? A comprehensive guide for providers and patients

By 2030, older adults will account for a larger percentage of the U.S. population than ever before, highlighting the critical need for specialized care. The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has responded by introducing a groundbreaking Age-Friendly Hospital Measure, which defines exactly what is the CMS age friendly initiative. This measure requires hospitals to attest to providing evidence-based, high-quality care to patients aged 65 and older.

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Oct 14, 2025

5 min

What is the age-friendly hospital measure and why is it essential for senior care?

With the U.S. population aged 65 and older projected to nearly double by 2050, the need for specialized geriatric care is more critical than ever. To address this demographic shift and improve patient outcomes, health leaders have established the Age-Friendly Hospital Measure.

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