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MaineCare Delays Payments to Providers
On February 14, 2025, the Office of Mainecare Services announced that they will plan to "temporarily withhold certain providers payments." This is due to the FY25 State budget; while the budget passed, it did not pass with 2/3rds of the Legislature and therefore, the funds are not immediately available. The office explains that there will be no further action on the budget until February 25, 2025 and they will provide updates as things evolve.
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We would like all to urge Congress to enact reforms to the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (MPFS) to improve payment stability for physical therapy practices. Rising operational costs, including rent, staff wages, and insurance, are not adequately reflected in current Medicare rates. Without action, this unsustainable system threatens provider viability and patient access to care. Congress must ensure Medicare payments align with the true cost of practice to support both providers and beneficiaries. To read more on this subject, click HERE.
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