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Reviewed by [Christian Espinosa, Founder, Blue Goat Cyber](/authors/christian-espinosa) Last reviewed May 5, 2026 ## Definition Bundled payments pay a single, episode-level price covering all services (hospital, physician, post-acute) for a defined clinical event such as a total joint replacement. CMS BPCI Advanced and CJR are examples. What the regulation says Bundled payments are a reimbursement model, and as such, they are not directly regulated by medical device-specific regulations like 21 CFR 820 or EU [MDR](/terms/mdr-reporting). However, the quality and safety of devices used within a bundled payment episode are still subject to all applicable regulations, and manufacturers must ensure their products meet these requirements. Regulatory bodies like the FDA and notified bodies under the EU MDR evaluate devices based on their [intended use](/terms/intended-use), irrespective of the payment mechanism. ## What this means in practice Bundles pressure device prices and post-acute spend. Devices that reduce complications, enable same-day discharge, or shorten rehab are commercially advantaged. ## Examples - A manufacturer of an orthopedic implant provides data demonstrating that its device significantly reduces revision surgeries and shortens hospital stays, making it an attractive option for hospitals participating in a bundled payment for joint replacement. - A company developing a remote patient monitoring system highlights how its technology can reduce readmissions for chronic conditions, thereby lowering costs for providers under a bundled payment arrangement. - A MedTech firm designs a surgical kit that streamlines procedures and reduces operating room time, appealing to facilities aiming to optimize efficiency within a fixed bundled payment. Common pitfalls - • Misconception: Bundled payment models directly regulate medical device pricing, they do not, rather they influence purchasing decisions. - • Assuming that because a device is included in a bundled payment, it is automatically compliant with regulatory requirements, overlooking necessary pre-market approvals or post-market surveillance. - • Failing to consider the impact of bundled payments on post-market surveillance data, as adverse events may be attributed to the overall episode of care rather than specific devices. - • Neglecting to assess how device modifications or new device introductions might affect the cost structure and outcomes within established bundled payment programs. - • Ignoring the need for robust real-world evidence collection to demonstrate device value and cost-effectiveness within a bundled payment framework. ## Frequently asked questions How do bundled payments affect MedTech companies? Bundled payments incentivize healthcare providers to choose MedTech products that demonstrate value through improved patient outcomes, reduced complications, and lower overall costs for an episode of care, thereby influencing purchasing decisions. Are there specific regulatory requirements for devices used in bundled payment programs? How can MedTech manufacturers demonstrate the value of their products in a bundled payment environment? ## Related terms Grouped by theme ### Editor's picks · Hand-selected related concepts [ Reimbursement Value-Based Care(VBC) Payment tied to outcomes and total cost of care, not volume of services. ](/terms/value-based-care) ### More in Reimbursement · Same category [ Reimbursement 340B Drug Pricing Program(340B) Federal program providing discounted drugs to safety-net providers. ](/terms/340b)[ Reimbursement Ambulatory Payment Classification(APC) The Medicare grouping system that determines hospital outpatient payment amounts under OPPS, analogous to MS-DRGs for inpatient. ](/terms/apc)[ Reimbursement ASC Site-of-Service Shift Migration of procedures from hospitals to ambulatory surgery centers. ](/terms/asc-shift)[ Reimbursement Budget Impact Model(BIM) Financial model that estimates the total cost consequences of adopting a new technology to a payer's budget over a defined horizon. ](/terms/budget-impact-model) Cited by Where this term appears across MedTech Terms. Ecosystems (1) - [Hospital Buyer & Reimbursement](/ecosystems/hospital-buyer) ## Primary references 3 sources Link health: 3 verified · last checked 2026-06-20 CMS Innovation· 1 AdvaMed· 1 AMA· 1 1. [1 CMS BPCI Advanced Verified CMS Innovation · innovation.cms.gov ](https://innovation.cms.gov/innovation-models/bpci-advanced) 2. [2 AdvaMed - Payment & Coverage Verified AdvaMed · advamed.org ](https://www.advamed.org/our-work/) 3. [3 AMA CPT Resources Verified AMA · ama-assn.org ](https://www.ama-assn.org/practice-management/cpt) Inline markers like \[1\] jump to the matching reference above. Sponsor note ### Need cybersecurity expertise on a connected-device launch? Blue Goat Cyber helps MedTech teams ship connected products that hospital security teams will actually procure. [Book a 30-minute discovery session](https://go.bluegoatcyber.com/meetings/blue-goat-cyber/discovery-session) - No obligation - Expert-led from minute one - NDA available on request MedTech Terms is a community resource sponsored by [Blue Goat Cyber](https://bluegoatcyber.com). Definitions are independent of any vendor. On this term Category Reimbursement Sources 3 Updated 5/5/2026 [Compare with another term](/compare?a=bundled-payment) Learn in 60 seconds Card Lesson Quiz Single payment that covers all services for an episode of care. - · Bundles pressure device prices and post-acute spend. - · Devices that reduce complications, enable same-day discharge, or shorten rehab are commercially advantaged. - · CMS BPCI Advanced and CJR are examples. Remember this Watch out: Misconception: Bundled payment models directly regulate medical device pricing, they do not, rather they influence purchasing decisions. 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