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Updated for the CY 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Final Rule (CMS-1848-F), released Nov 4, 2026. Effective Jan 1, 2027. Last verified: November 5, 2026

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Does NBC-HWC board certification qualify?

Answered by Angel Reyes, MCHES®Last verified: November 5, 2026

Short answer

CMS named "fulfilling the National Board for Health and Wellness Coaching National Standards" as a pathway. As with every pathway, the coach furnishes under general supervision and the practitioner bills.

Veteran coaches: NBHWC reports that its certification exam fee can be reimbursable under the Post-9/11 GI Bill. Check NBHWC and the VA for current details.

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