Traditional MedicareAdministrativeMedium impact
Medicare Outpatient Observation Notice (MOON)
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Jun 20, 2026
Summary
CMS now requires all hospitals and critical access hospitals to provide Medicare beneficiaries with the Medicare Outpatient Observation Notice (MOON) when patients receive observation services. This is a mandatory notice that must be given to both Traditional Medicare and Medicare Advantage patients.
Action Required
Immediately: Hospital billing teams and patient registration staff must implement procedures to provide the CMS-approved Medicare Outpatient Observation Notice (MOON) to all Medicare beneficiaries receiving observation services. Visit the CMS website for specific MOON forms and completion instructions. Failure to provide required notices may result in compliance issues.