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 25, 2025
- (CMS EXTENDS DEADLINE) SNF Revalidation surveys previously due on August 1, 2025 have been extended to January 1, 2026
- Proposed Emergency Preparedness Guidelines for Assisted Living Open to Comment
- July Home Health Care Compare Refresh
- CMS Fact Sheet Addresses Hospice Fraud
- CMS to Announces 3 Hour HOPE Coding Worksho
- National Policy Pulse Call
- Aug. 20 Webinar — Is Your Hospice Agency Prepared for HOPE?
- Register for Navigating the 2025 CMS Surveyor Guidance on the LeadingAge Learning Hub
- House Health Subcommittee Examines Reauthorization of Public Health and Workforce Programs
- NIC Q2 Data Offers Good News on Occupancy Trends
- CBO Releases Final Score for H.R. 1.
- Potential Claims Adjustments Due to CBSA Errors
- CMS 2024 Audit of MA Plans Finds They Are Still Delaying Care
- WISeR: Details Emerge on New Demo to Combat Inappropriate Medicare Services
- Bipartisan “Prompt and Fair Pay Act” for MA
- New DEA Administrator Confirmed
- QIOs Begin 13th Scope of Work
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