In May 2026, the CMS announced a six-month, nationwide moratorium on new Medicare enrollment for HHAs and hospice providers. It is the third nationwide Medicare enrollment moratorium imposed by the current administration and the second in 2026. This article examines the scope and legal mechanics of the moratorium, its implications for healthcare transactions, and the industry reaction to the action. On May 13, 2026, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced a six-month, nationwide moratorium on new Medicare enrollment for home health agencies (HHAs) and hospice providers, effective immediately.[1] The moratorium, implemented in coordination with Vice President JD…