CMS Extends Moratoria on New Medicare Hospice, Home Health Agencies
Citing ongoing “bad actors,” the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has extended the moratoria on new Medicare hospice and home health enrollment for another six months.
“We’ve made real progress over the past six months, but fraud in hospice and home health persists, and our work isn’t finished,” said CMS Administrator Mehmet Oz, M.D., in a Nov. 12 announcement. “Medicare beneficiaries deserve protection from these bad actors, and American taxpayers need to know the programs they rely on aren’t being bled dry by fraudsters.”
The original moratoria began May 13 and were due to expire Nov. 13. The extension did include an important change, however.
“Unlike the May 2026 moratoria, the moratoria extensions will allow currently enrolled hospices and HHAs to add new practice locations within their existing enrollment,” the announcement said. “The extensions will not affect existing Medicare enrollments or prevent currently enrolled providers from continuing to deliver services.”
CMS began a moratorium on new Medicare durable medical equipment (DME) suppliers on Feb. 27, then let it expire six months later.
But the ending of the new DME supplier moratorium was accompanied by information from CMS indicating that Round 2028 of its competitive bidding program was going ahead as planned.
Dominque Sedlezky Promoted to VP of VGM Canada
Dominique Sedlezky
Dominique Sedlezky has been promoted to vice president of VGM Canada, as Dave Davies plans to retire at the end of the year.
Sedlezky was formerly the director of member and supplier relations.
“This is a planned transition built on a strong foundation and a shared commitment to our members,” said Tyler Mahncke, senior vice president of membership said in a Nov. 5 announcement. “Dominique Sedlezky brings deep industry experience and established relationships with members and partners, positioning VGM Canada to continue supporting the industry with continuity and confidence.”
Sedlezky has worked in the industry for more than 20 years, a span that has included serving in the medical device, mobility, accessibility and home medical equipment segments. She has experience in operations, business development, reimbursement, funding advocacy, supplier management and strategic membership.
“I am honored to have the opportunity to lead VGM Canada and build on the strong foundation Dave has created,” Sedlezky said. “His leadership, commitment to our members, and deep understanding of the Canadian market have shaped an organization that is trusted across the industry. I am grateful to work alongside him through this transition and look forward to listening to our members, strengthening our partnerships, and ensuring VGM Canada continues to deliver the advocacy, expertise and support our members need to succeed.”
Davies, who has been with VGM Canada for 24 years, said, “It has been a privilege to serve VGM Canada and work alongside members, vendor partners and colleagues who care deeply about strengthening our industry. I am proud of what we have accomplished together and grateful for the relationships that have made this work so meaningful.”
