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: October 17, 2025
- Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued QSO-26-01-Key Points from CMS Guidance
- Case Manager and Social Worker Medicaid Training Workshop
- TEAM Bundles and SNFs’ Eligibility for 3-Day Stay Waiver
- Delaware and NJ Representatives Ask CMS to Pause Reductions to Home Health Payment
- Update on HOPE Coding for Payer Information
- National Policy Pulse Call
- New LeadingAge Resource, “Medicare Open Enrollment 2026: What You Need to Know.
- NASHP Releases Toolkit for Providers to Support Family Caregivers
- USAging Seeks Submissions to Caregiver Services and Supports Innovations Hub
- Government Shutdown Disrupts Bureau of Labor Statistics Jobs Reporting
- Office of Inspector General October Updates to Work Plan Target Medicaid
- Updates on CMS’ Claims Hold
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