The DWC issued an administrative order updating the DMEPOS section of California's Official Medical Fee Schedule to align with Medicare's 2026 Quarter 2 updates. The adjustment is mandated by Labor Code section 5307.1, which requires the schedule to conform to Medicare payment system changes. The order was released on April 6, 2026, and applies to services rendered on or after April 1, 2026.

Healthcare providers, employers, and workers' compensation insurers should verify their billing systems reflect the updated DMEPOS rates effective April 1, 2026. Claims for durable medical equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, and supplies should be processed using the new fee schedule amounts. The order can be found on DWC's DMEPOS fee schedule webpage.