CMS Announces Temporary Enrollment Pause for New Hospice and Home Health Providers
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services has announced a temporary halt in the enrollment of new hospice and home health providers, effective May 13, 2026.
Editorial Staff
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Updated 13 days ago
On May 13, 2026, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) declared a pause in the enrollment of new hospice and home health providers.
This decision affects the ability of new providers to join the Medicare system during this period.
The reasons behind this pause have not been detailed, leaving some uncertainty regarding its implications for patient care and service availability.