2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) Proposed Rule

CMS released the 2026 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) proposed rule. Review the proposed rule, the MPFS fact sheet, the MSSP fact sheet, the QPP fact sheet, and the ASM fact sheet for details.

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The HCMS Physician Advocate

Over the past year, HCMS has strengthened physician representation, supported practices, and advanced positive changes in policy and public perception. The Physician Advocate has the full story.

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Many Medicare telehealth flexibilities set to expire Sept. 30

Many of the Medicare telehealth flexibilities are set to expire Sept. 30 while the DEA controlled substances prescribing flexibilities expire Dec. 31 absent further congressional action. Keep abreast of telehealth rules by visiting our Telemedicine/Telehealth Services page.

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Practice Management Institute (PMI) Training

Join us for PMI’s upcoming live webinar: Bridging the Gap: Clinical Documentation and Coding, Aug. 19 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. HCMS physician members and their staff save 30%. Use promo code HCMS30.

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Alert: Medicare Fraud Scheme Involving Phishing Fax Requests

Scammers are impersonating the CMS with fake fax audit records requests. CMS does not request records via fax. Don’t be a victim. Verify suspicious requests with your Medical Review Contractor before responding.

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