CMS ACCESS MODEL · CHRONIC KIDNEY & HYPERTENSION TRACK
High Blood Pressure Management for Seniors
Geriatrician-led hypertension care with remote monitoring, personalized medication management, and outcome-aligned treatment — designed specifically for adults 65 and older.
Why Hypertension Is Different in Older Adults
High blood pressure affects more than 75% of Americans over age 65, but managing it in seniors requires a fundamentally different approach than in younger patients. Aggressive blood pressure lowering can cause dangerous falls, dizziness, and kidney damage in elderly patients. At Florida Elder Care, our board-certified geriatrician understands these complexities and develops personalized treatment plans that balance cardiovascular protection with fall prevention and quality of life.
Through the CMS ACCESS Model, we bring technology-enabled hypertension management directly to seniors — whether at home, in assisted living, or at a nursing facility. This includes remote blood pressure monitoring, telehealth check-ins, and outcome-aligned care that rewards better health results rather than more office visits.
Our Approach to Senior Hypertension Care
Comprehensive Assessment
Full cardiovascular and renal evaluation, medication review to eliminate drugs that raise blood pressure, orthostatic hypotension screening, and fall risk assessment.
Remote Monitoring
Technology-enabled blood pressure tracking using patient-owned devices, with regular telehealth check-ins and real-time alerts when readings need attention.
Personalized Treatment
Age-appropriate blood pressure targets, simplified medication regimens, lifestyle coaching, and coordination with cardiologists and nephrologists when needed.
Part of the CMS ACCESS Model
Our hypertension management program is part of the CMS ACCESS Model (Advancing All-Payer Health Equity Approaches to Chronic Care through Enabling Systems and Services), a 10-year CMS Innovation Center initiative launching in July 2026. This model transforms chronic disease care by aligning payments with patient outcomes rather than visit volume — meaning our focus is on keeping your blood pressure controlled and preventing complications, not just scheduling appointments.
Florida Elder Care is among the first practices in Florida to participate in the ACCESS Model, bringing this innovative approach to seniors across the entire state — from our home base in Palm Beach County to Miami-Dade, Broward, Orlando, Tampa Bay, and all major Florida markets.