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SDAHO Long-Term Care Weekly Update: April 10, 2026: A resource for members

Each week SDAHO provides 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: April 10, 2026

State

  • The South Dakota HOPE Waiver

SNF

  • CMS Releases Further Updates to Complaint Investigation Guidance
  • CMS Clarifies Nurse Aide Training Requirement

Assisted Living

  • SD DHS seeking input (deadline next week)

LeadingAge

  • National Policy Pulse Call

Other

  • President’s Budget Request Outlines Cuts, Changes for Aging Services.
  • CMS Finalizes CY2027 MA policies Including Surprise Clarifications on Debit Cards.
  • CMS Finalizes 2.48% Rate Increase for MA Plans in CY2027.
  • President’s FY27 Budget Request: Labor, Education, and Others.
  • Chairman Walberg Introduces WIOA Reauthorization Proposal
  • MACPAC Reviews State Oversight of PACE
For SDAHO members interested in reading the long-term care weekly update in its entirety, please click here. Sign-in to the member portal and you will be redirected to the member only LTC update!

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