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Long-Term Care Weekly Update July 19, 2024

Each week we provide 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: July 19, 2024

State

  • SDDOH will begin posting Assisted Living survey reports

Federal

  • CMS publishes companion guide to Medicaid Access Final Rule.
  • NHSN Annual Training platform is now open
  • SNF Provider Preview Reports—Now Available
  • Senate Committees Releases Older Americans Act(OAA) Discussion Draft
  • Nursing Homes: Tips for Commenting on NHSN Provisions in Home Health Proposed Rule
  • MedPAC Publishes 2024 Data Book on Healthcare Spending and Medicare
  • CMS Webinar on HHVBP Annual Performance Reports

LeadingAge

  • Updated Facility Assessment Resources Now Available
  • Next Meeting – Managed Care Solutions Network

Other

  • Final Part Two Guidance to Help People with Medicare Prescription Drug Coverage Manage Prescription Drug Costs
  • Upcoming Education

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