Provider Enrollment Moratoria
Occasionally, the Secretary of Health and Human Services will restrict new enrollments in Medicare. This happens when the Secretary decides it is necessary to prevent Medicare fraud, waste, and abuse.
Are there any active moratoria?
On May 13, 2026, CMS implemented a temporary nationwide enrollment moratorium on Home Health Agencies (HHAs) and Hospices.
The moratorium applies to initial applications. This includes non-exempt changes in majority ownership (CIMOs) under 42 CFR 424.550(b) (see 424.550(b) for information about what qualifies as a CIMO). Any such application submitted by HHAs and Hospices after the implementation of the moratorium will be denied. The moratorium will remain in effect for 6 months.
The moratorium may be extended in 6-month increments, if CMS deems it necessary.
For more information refer to the Federal Register Notice at https://www.federalregister.gov/ and the HHA and Hospice Moratorium Q&As linked below.