The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released the fiscal year (FY) 2026 hospice payment rate update proposed rule (fact sheet). What it is. The proposed rule addresses the hospice wage index, payment rates, and aggregate cap amount for FY 2026, along with updates from the hospice quality reporting program. Why it’s important for you. CMS proposes a 2.4… (Colocho, April 14, 2025) #End of Life and Palliative Care, #Health Equity, #Hospice, #Nutrition, #Wellness