Clinical Laboratory Update: July 2026 Fee Schedule Changes — Act by July 6
CMS updates to CLFS require immediate action for billing by July 6, 2026.
Action required by
July 6, 2026
Review the Action Required section below and ensure your team has completed all compliance steps before this date.
CMS Transmittal R13807CP introduces changes to the Clinical Laboratory Fee Schedule (CLFS) for clinical laboratory services, effective July 6, 2026.
What Changed Recent updates to the CLFS include adjustments to billing instructions that affect reimbursement rates for specific tests. This requires lab service providers to review and possibly modify claim submissions to stay compliant.
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Quick answers
What specific changes in billing are required?
You must review CMS Transmittal R13807CP to align billing processes with updated reimbursement rates and instructions.
Who needs to be trained under these new guidelines?
All staff involved in the billing process for clinical laboratory services should be thoroughly trained.
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