CMS Proposes 2026 Home Health Payment and Quality Rule Changes
Published Date: 7/9/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
Starting in 2026, home health care providers and suppliers of medical equipment will see updated payment rates and new rules to improve quality and fairness. These changes affect how Medicare and Medicaid pay for home health services and equipment, with important deadlines coming up in August 2025. Providers should get ready for updated payments, quality reporting, and new enrollment steps to keep serving patients smoothly.
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