CMSProposed Rule
Medicare Program: Fiscal Year 2026 Inpatient Psychiatric Facilities Prospective Payment System—Rate Update CMS-1831-P
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Summary
The federal government is proposing to update how much Medicare will pay psychiatric hospitals and mental health facilities in 2026. These payment changes affect how much money these hospitals receive from Medicare, which could influence the mental health services available to seniors and disabled Americans.
Key Points
- 1Medicare is updating payment rates for inpatient psychiatric hospitals for the 2026 fiscal year, which may increase or decrease reimbursement amounts
- 2This affects psychiatric hospitals and mental health facilities that treat Medicare patients, including seniors and some disabled individuals
- 3The changes are part of a 'prospective payment system,' meaning Medicare sets rates in advance rather than paying based on actual costs
- 4The public can submit comments on this proposed rule until June 11, 2025, before the final decision is made
- 5Payment rate changes could impact hospital staffing, services, and availability of mental health treatment options for Medicare beneficiaries
Key Dates
Published
April 30, 2025
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