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: October 30, 2026
- SD DOH Healthcare Preparedness Coalition Newsletter
- CMS Launches Nurses for Nursing Homes Program
- Senate Finance Dems Release New Nursing Home Report
- New HUB Resource for Hospice Care in Nursing Homes
- National Policy Pulse Call
- Administration Announces New Efforts to Fight Fraud, Including Creation of the Fraud Whistleblower Incentive Program
- 2027 Visa Numbers demonstrate need for reform
- DOJ and HHS Launch Healthcare False Claims Act Self-Disclosure Pilot Program
- Medicare Improvement Fund Premium Rebate and Medicaid
- Latest State Department Visa Bulletins: Mixed Results for EB-3 Applicants
- Federal Judge Strikes Down CMS’ June Definition of Medical Frailty in 25 States, DC
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