In response to LeadingAge NY's advocacy, DOH sought input into a new methodology for calculating the required amounts of PPE in nursing home stockpiles. LeadingAge NY urged DOH to rightsize, and develop a plan to appropriately allocate, government stockpiles; adjust Medicaid rates to account for provider stockpile costs; and adopt a methodology for nursing homes that relies on average occupancy rather than certified beds.

Guidance includes general recommendations, in addition to recommendations for specific provider types.

Register for next CMS listening session on Tues., Sept. 27^th at 1 p.m.

Technical assistance and exercise programs available to NYC nursing home, ACF, home care, and hospice providers.

Members are encouraged to access the training if they have not yet done so.

Online eFINDS training available.

Some exceptions to testing exercises are allowed.

DAL #22-10 reminds nursing homes of precautions for warm weather months ahead.