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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.