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Record-breaking response to Medicare action alert

09/22/2026
Advocacy Update

CAP members delivered a powerful response to our latest action alert on the CY 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule proposed rule.

By the numbers:

  • More than 1,100 pathologists submitted comments before the September 14 deadline.

  • Members had less than two weeks to respond, making it our most-sent alert of 2026.

  • Comments addressed Medicare payment and coverage policies affecting pathology practices, laboratories, and patient access to care.

Every submission helped ensure policymakers heard from practicing pathologists. The response demonstrates the strength of pathology’s grassroots advocacy efforts, and the impact members can have when they act together.

What’s next: Advocacy opportunities often move quickly and come with short deadlines.

  • Be sure to watch your inbox and visit the Action Alert Center regularly so you’re ready to respond when the next issue arises.

  • Your voice matters, and together we can continue ensuring pathology has a strong seat at the table when important health care decisions are made.