Stay ahead with the most critical Medicare regulatory changes for 2026. This course covers the proposed revisions to the Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System (OPPS) and Ambulatory Surgical Center (ASC) payment rates, the latest in quality reporting requirements, new hospital price transparency standards, and updates to star ratings. Learn how proposed policy shifts could affect reimbursement, compliance, and reporting for your facility. Get actionable insights on site-neutral payments, public data requirements, and the evolving role of public comments in shaping final rules.
In this course you will learn the following:
* Understand the purpose and goals of the proposed rule.
* Recognize the opportunities for public participation and comment.
* Identify key payment, quality, and transparency changes proposed for 2026.
* Anticipate how stakeholder input may shape the final rule.
* Appreciate the impact of the proposed changes on providers, beneficiaries, and the healthcare system.
