Hospital groups, GPO push back on CMS’ 2027 outpatient rule

Becker’s Hospital Review examines stakeholder reaction to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services proposed 2027 Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment System rule, which includes changes to 340B drug reimbursement and expanded site-neutral payment policies. The article features comments from John Knapp, vice president of advocacy at Premier, who says the proposal would place additional financial pressure on hospitals already facing rising costs and thin margins. The piece also highlights concerns that the proposed payment changes could affect hospitals’ ability to sustain access to care.

Read the full story on Becker’s Hospital Review.