The Coral Blog
Expert perspectives on policy, performance, and system change.
The Coral Blog is where we break down what’s happening in health care and what it means for leaders working to improve outcomes and affordability. Drawing from our cross-sector experience, we offer commentary that connects the dots between regulation, strategy, and operations.
CMS Finalizes 2027 Physician Fee Schedule: What ACOs Need to Know
On November 4, 2026, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released the Calendar Year (CY) 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) Final Rule. The rule finalizes several important updates to the Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP) and quality reporting requirements.