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: Sept 19, 2025
- SDAHO 2025 Annual Convention
- SDAHO Blood Donor Drive (Annual Convention)
- CMS Announces Partial Refresh of Care Compare
- Infection Preventionist Training from CDC Renewed
- Hospice prepare for 2026 Hospice Payment rule
- National Policy Pulse Call
- Register for Navigating the 2025 CMS Surveyor Guidance on the LeadingAge Learning Hub
- COVID Vaccines Now Covered Under Part B But Barriers Remain
- Bipartisan Bill Aimed at Addressing Nursing Shortage Reintroduced
- Rural Health Transformation Funding NOFO Announced
- House releases text of a short-term continuing resolution (CR)
- OIG Adds Medicare Advantage Enrollment Manipulation Schemes to Their Work Plan
- MA Plan Provider Directories to be Part of Medicare Plan Finder for CY26
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