Industry Note: CMS Sidelines New EPMs for More Review

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Article Overview

This article explains a CMS interim final rule that delays the release and implementation timeline for newly proposed episode payment models and a related joint replacement model update. It is relevant for providers, compliance staff, and payment policy readers who track federal rulemaking, model rollout timing, and opportunities for public comment.

Why This Topic Matters

The timing of bundled payment models can affect operational planning, compliance preparation, and participation decisions for affected organizations. Readers interested in CMS payment policy and federal rulemaking will want to understand the revised timeline and comment process described in the notice.

What You Will Learn

  • How CMS adjusted the timing of a federal payment model rulemaking action
  • What types of bundled payment models are being discussed at a high level
  • How the public comment process is being handled for the interim rule
  • Why the notice may matter for compliance planning and implementation timing

Who Should Read This

  • Medical coders
  • Coding managers
  • Compliance officers
  • Revenue cycle professionals
  • Healthcare administrators
  • Health policy readers

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