On July 14, 2025, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released the calendar year (CY) 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) proposed rule. This proposed rule does have regulatory and reimbursement implications for outpatient physical, occupational, and speech therapy provided in all outpatient therapy settings. In this article, I will inform you of what CMS is proposing on the following topics:

On April 11, 2026, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) proposed rule. HIghlights of the proposed rule include: To access the SNF FY 2026 proposed rule, click HERE. To access the SNF FY 2026 proposed rule Fact Sheet, click HERE.