CMS Imposes a 6-month nationwide moratorium on the Medicare enrollment of certain Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies (DMEPOS) medical supply companies

Published: 02/27/2026

Sources:
  • Department of Health and Human Services,
  • Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Relevant To:
  • All Healthcare Organizations

CMS is imposing a 6-month nationwide moratorium on the Medicare enrollment of certain Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics, and Supplies (DMEPOS) medical supply companies. The moratorium applies across all states, territories, and the District of Columbia.

The moratorium takes effect February 27, 2026

The action is intended to combat significant fraud, waste, and abuse associated with this supplier category.

The moratorium applies to new enrollments and new practice locatio

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