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 30, 2026
- Certified Dietary Managers (CDM) and Certified Food Protection Professionals (CFPP)
- NAB examinations and professional standards survey
- Deadline January 31 SDAHO’s 3rd Annual Art Contest – Post Acute Partners in Care Conference
- CNA Lock-out Bill Reintroduced
- Nursing Home Care Compare Refresh POSTPONED
- CMS Updates Special Focus Facilities Program
- Research Institute for Home Care Announces Dissertation Grant Funding for 2026
- New Quarterly Hospice Quality Reporting Reminders and Updates
- National Policy Pulse Call
- CMS Updates Federal Poverty Level Guidelines
- CMS Announces Proposed Average CY27 MA Rate Increase of 0.09%
- CMS Seeks Ideas for Strengthening Domestic Supply Chain for PPE, Essential Medicines
- CBO releases Distribution of Household Income, 2022 report
- CDC Provides New “Up to Date” Definition for COVID Vaccination
- Senate reportedly reaches a deal to split appropriations package into two votes
- Technology Companies Vow No and Low-Cost Medicaid IT Updates for States
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