CMS Field Test Meetings
Summary: January 26, 2026 blog by Dr. Caroline Fife announces or recaps CMS field test meetings (virtual/in-person) focused on wound care-related quality measures, performance indicators, or proposed changes to coverage/determination policies. These sessions allow clinicians, societies, and stakeholders to provide input on draft measures (e.g., healing rates, amputation prevention, documentation standards) before finalization for MIPS, QPP, or LCD updates. Emphasizes importance of participation to shape reimbursement and quality reporting that impacts wound care practices, especially for chronic ulcers, DFUs, and pressure injuries. Includes registration links, agendas, or key discussion points if available.
Key Highlights:
- Purpose: Gather real-world feedback on wound care metrics.
- Topics: Likely healing outcomes, advanced therapy use, prevention benchmarks.
- Call to action: Attend/provide comments to influence policy.
- Relevance: Directly affects coding, coverage (e.g., G2211, advanced products), and practice viability.
Keywords: CMS field test, wound care measures, quality reporting, LCD updates