Medicare Tweaks Rehab Payments and Therapy Rules for 2027
Published Date: 4/6/2026
Proposed Rule
Summary
Starting in fiscal year 2027, Medicare is updating how it pays inpatient rehab facilities, including new rules to start therapy within 36 hours of admission and better tracking of patient progress. Rural payment boosts will continue to phase out, and quality reporting gets a refresh. These changes affect rehab centers and patients, with public comments open until June 1, 2026, so everyone can weigh in before the new rules kick in.
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