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: November 6, 2026
- SD DOH Licensure and Certification Requirements for Decorations during the Holidays
- Senate Democrats Question CMS Risk-Based Nursing Home Surveys
- OIG Issues Report on Nursing Home Minimum Spending Requirements
- CMS Plans to Expand Home Health Review Choice Demonstration to California with Emergency Clearance
- Non-Compliance Letters for CY 2027 APU for Home Health Agencies
- CMS Posts Final CY2026 Annual Performance Reports (APRs) for HHVBP
- CMS Published CY2027 Home Health Final Rule; Retaining -3% Home Health Rate Reduction and Majority of New Enrollment Changes
- New HUB Resource for Hospice Care in Nursing Homes
- National Policy Pulse Call
- Additional FAQs Posted Regarding CMS Exclusion Authority
- Funding for Community Care Hubs for Falls Prevention
- CMS Finalizes Expanded Authorities Regarding Medicare Provider Enrollment and Revocation Rules to Combat Waste, Fraud, and Abuse
- CMS Issues Final CY27 Physician Fee Schedule Rule
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