Important: 2026 Mandatory Model of Care Training Attestation is Due December 31, 2026

Posted on 2026-10-26 | Updated on 2026-10-29 19:24:42

All providers who see CareFirst dual special needs members must complete their mandatory Model of Care training upon enrollment in our network and then annually thereafter. Attestation for the annual training may be done at the practice level and takes less than 10 minutes.

Thank you to the many engaged practices who have already submitted their attestation for 2026, you may disregard this notice.

What is Model of Care (MOC) Training?

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) require all Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans (SNP) have a Model of Care (MOC). MOC training is offered to meet CMS regulatory requirements and to ensure that all providers have the specialized training that this unique population requires. CMS also requires all SNPs to conduct initial and annual training (that reviews the major elements of the MOC for providers).

After the training providers will be able to:

  • Describe the basic components of the CareFirst MOC.
  • Explain how medical management staff coordinates care for dual eligible (Medicare Advantage and Medicaid) members.
  • Describe the essential role of providers in the implementation of the MOC program.
  • Explain the critical role of the provider as part of the MOC required Interdisciplinary Care Team (ICT).

Failure to complete the attestation will be considered a violation of your contract with CareFirst. For more information on how to complete the training, continue reading.

How To Complete Your Attestation:

We recently enhanced our MOC training process to make participation easier. Providers can view our new on-demand training module here and submit an attestation on behalf of their entire practice, versus having each practitioner complete individually.

In addition, we are also offering providers the ability to complete the course and attestation at the end of our quarterly CareFirst Advantage DualPrime webinars. The webinars are scheduled as follows:

Tap either link above to register for the date and time you wish to attend. We will offer additional quarterly meetings throughout the year. Look out for your opportunity to register.

To ensure you are marked compliant for the 2026 calendar year, we ask that you please attest to the 2026 training no later than December 31, 2026.

If you have questions, please visit our Looking for Support page.

Thank you for helping us to meet the needs of our members and comply with federal regulations.