Statement on the FY 2027 Inpatient Prospective Payment System Proposed Rule
Premier is troubled that the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) may once again carry forward an approach seen in recent years in the Inpatient Prospective Payment System rule—an insufficient payment update. CMS’ proposal fails to recognize the rising costs and operational realities hospitals face and comes as providers continue to manage inflation, workforce shortages, and growing demand for care. Premier urges CMS to finalize an update that allows hospitals to maintain essential inpatient services and patient access.
John Knapp
Vice President, Advocacy, Premier
John serves as the primary contact for Premier with Capitol Hill lawmakers. With more than 20 years of experience in healthcare advocacy, John advances policy proposals to support the transformation to high-quality, cost-effective healthcare.
John serves as the primary contact for Premier with Capitol Hill lawmakers. With more than 20 years of experience in healthcare advocacy, John advances policy proposals to support the transformation to high-quality, cost-effective healthcare.
