(Sept. 26, 2025) – CMS Issues Contract Year 2026 Medicare Advantage Disclosure Final Rule
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services released the final rule for contract year 2026 Medicare Advantage disclosure. The rule requires Medicare Advantage plans to increase beneficiary access to provider data while comparing plans in the CMS Medicare Plan Finder tool.
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Outpatient Therapy Services: Clarifying Qualifications for Speech-Language Pathologists
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services clarified qualification requirements for speech-language pathologists when furnishing outpatient therapy services paid under Medicare Part B. Visit the Therapy Services webpage for more information.
Cognitive Assessment: Recommend Medicare-Covered Services for Your Patients
Your patients may tell you they're having trouble remembering things, concentrating or making everyday decisions. Their Medicare Summary Notice highlights that Medicare Part B covers a visit with their doctor or a specialist to discuss the issue and conduct an examination.
Recommend appropriate Medicare services, including:
Information for patients: