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What's the Difference Between Advanced Primary Care Management and Chronic Care Management?

July 16th, 2025 | 2 min. read

Kathryn Anderton, BSN, RN, BC-RN, CCM

Kathryn Anderton, BSN, RN, BC-RN, CCM

Vice President of Clinical Operations, ThoroughCare

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Medicare’s newest program, Advanced Primary Care Management, or APCM, is a value-based care program with services similar to care management programs like Chronic Care Management (CCM) and Principal Care Management (PCM). APCM focuses on proactive and holistic management of patient health needs through a continuous care model. Its goal is to help transition providers to value-based care.

In this video, we'll look at some key differences between these programs and how a transition to APCM can help your patient population.

What you'll learn:

  • What is APCM?
  • Difference in coding requirements
  • Who is eligible for each program
  • Differences in reporting requirements

For physician practices seeking to move away from fee-for-service and embrace value-based care, APCM offers a financially sustainable, patient-centered approach that rewards quality care, improves operational flexibility, and aligns with long-term healthcare transformation goals. It’s a critical stepping stone for those looking to succeed in Medicare’s evolving payment landscape.

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