A group of 99 U.S. representatives, consisting of both Republicans and Democrats, this week asked the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for more information about a rule that could have a major impact on nursing home residents who receive therapy services.
Under the 2020 Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) final rule, CMS implemented a blanket 8% payment cut for physical therapy under Medicare Part B, which covers long-term residents of skilled nursing facilities and other care sites.
