DOH's Bureau of Narcotics Enforcement issued guidance for nursing homes with Class 3A Institutional Dispenser Limited Licenses regarding storage and disposal of controlled substances.

DOH requested suggestions for streamlining the ACF licensure process and informed associations of the status of the nursing home staffing enforcements.

New version includes many HCBS Rule provisions as well as some additional provisions.

Staff will be contacting members for permission to share specific concerns and contact information.

QAPI mini-self assessment tool also available.

Providers and plans should continue to report challenges; Westchester County providers may see gaps in service as vendors protest Medicaid transportation rates.

The webinar will be held on Wed., March 13, 2024 from 12-1 p.m.

Updates provided on resumption of ACF and nursing home site visits, survey regarding ACF compliance with federal HCBS Settings Rule, upcoming webinar on nursing home minimum staffing penalty assessment and enforcement process, distribution of ADHC and ALP ARPA funds, and more.