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Historic Medicare Cuts Spark Concerns Over Senior Care Access

10/10/2025

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The proposed 2026 Medicare rate cuts may be the largest in history, raising significant concerns in the home health industry.
Enhabit expects to find growth opportunities despite these cuts, with their CFO indicating potential to offset financial impacts.
In Idaho, seniors will see an 11.6% increase in Medicare premiums, creating affordability challenges for those on fixed incomes.
Experts warn that consolidation among providers could worsen access to care, especially in underserved areas.
Open enrollment for Medicare starts on October 15.

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Story summary

The proposed 2026 Medicare rate cuts may be the largest in history, raising significant concerns in the home health industry.
Enhabit expects to find growth opportunities despite these cuts, with their CFO indicating potential to offset financial impacts.
In Idaho, seniors will see an 11.6% increase in Medicare premiums, creating affordability challenges for those on fixed incomes.
Experts warn that consolidation among providers could worsen access to care, especially in underserved areas.
Open enrollment for Medicare starts on October 15.