News | Healthcare Industry Updates

The healthcare industry is a dynamic, constantly evolving landscape. As healthcare laws and regulations are enacted physicians must adapt to the change in order to provide their patients efficient, effective care. Simultaneously, patients are seeking advanced care at more affordable prices. And payers and third-parties are financially incentivized to identify and exploit medical practices’ weaknesses and knowledge gaps. To help medical practices and physicians stay informed, stay protected, and stay ahead of the competition, IPMS releases The Pulse. Check back regularly to find reports on industry news relevant to your specialty, market trends, and how current events and legislation may affect the healthcare industry. Everything you need to know–organized and compiled into a simple, easy-to-read format.

CMS Durable Medical Equipment, Prosthetics, Orthotics and Supplies (DMEPOS) Requirement Updates, Effective 10/28/26

CMS added 20 items to the Master List of DMEPOS Items Potentially Subject to Conditions of Payment, with no items

Anthem to Implement Fees for Paper Claims and Paper Checks

Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield will begin charging administrative fees to contracted providers who continue to submit paper claims

Important Security Update – Action Required

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) Required – Effective August 1, 2026 All Connecticut Medical Assistance Program (CMAP) Web Portal users (Providers, Trading

Connecticut Orthopaedic Society 2026 Annual Meeting

IPMS was proud to exhibit at the Connecticut Orthopaedic Society’s 2026 annual meeting, supporting and connecting with local physicians!

Northeast Providers: Recovery Audit Requests from Performant Recovery, Inc.

Northeast providers may receive requests from the Recovery Audit Contractor (RAC), Performant Recovery, Inc., for medical records and supporting documentation

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