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: January 9, 2026
- SDAHO’s Post Acute Partners in Care – 3rd Annual Art Contest. The theme for this year’s event is “A Century of Caring – Caring Through the Decades”. Deadline to register is Jan. 31, 2026
- SDAHO’s Post-Acute Partners in Care award celebration, presenting awards to 4 individuals and 1 facility. Nomination Deadline Jan. 15, 2026
- Registration for 2026 Post-Acute Partners in Care Conference is open!
- The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program is pleased to announce that Christina Ruml will assume the role of State Long-Term Care Ombudsman for South Dakota, effective February 1, 2026.
- Seeking Member Input on Nursing Home Five Star Quality Rating System.
- Extension of e-prescribing flexibilities.
- CMS launches new LEAD Model.
- CMS Expands Enhanced Oversight for New and Existing Hospices in Ohio and Georgia.
- National Policy Pulse Call
- CMS releases form for submitting provider complaints on MA Plans.
- HHS, USDA release updated dietary guidelines.
- CMS Announces $50 Billion in Awards to Strengthen Rural Health in All 50 States
- More than 2,000 measles cases reported in the US in 2025
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