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SDAHO Long-Term Care Weekly Update January 5, 2024: A Resource for Members

Each week SDAHO provides members with an overview of state, federal, policy and additional issues impacting post-acute care. Each story will include a direct link to a more complete overview where readers can find more information on topics relevant to their needs.

Updates for this week: January 5, 2024

State

  • South Dakota’s Legislative Session Kicks off on January 9!

Federal

  • CMS Says It Will Audit and Enforce MA Plan Compliance with New MA Rules in Year 1
  • Changes to NHSN Vaccination Reporting
  • Readout of HHS Secretary Becerra’s Meeting with Long-Term Care Facility Leaders
  • CMS Authorizes New Hospice RAC Audit
  • CMS Announces 2025 Changes to OASIS-E.
  • TEP Provides Feedback on Expanded HHVBP

LeadingAge

  • 2024 Membership
  • Education for Recreation & Activities Professionals
  • LeadingAge Policy Calls
  • LeadingAge to CMS: Engage with Us on Survey Reform

Other

  • Staff Wellness Research of Note: Breath Training May Lower Stress for Staff in LTC
  • Affordable Housing for Rural Veterans Grants
  • Mark Your Calendars for the Partners in Care, Post-Acute Care Conference April 10-11 in Mitchell

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