In a letter to the Governor's Commission on the Future of Health Care , LeadingAge NY emphasized the need for an appropriate level of reimbursement to ensure access to high-quality care throughout the long-term care continuum and enable all older adults to age with dignity in their preferred setting.  

Comments support overall conclusions but raise concerns regarding the overly broad application of the rule.

DOH survey determining staffing funding distributions, Medicaid Cost Reports, VAPAP Applications and final PBJ submissions are all due this week.

As of Aug. 18th, all landlords – even those that are exempt from the requirements of the Good Cause Eviction law – will be required to include a standardized notice with every lease and renewal lease, and with certain other notices required by law.

QRP correction requests are due by Aug. 14; VBP requests are due Aug 31. 

The summer and fall pose an opportune time to connect with state legislators in the district to strengthen your relationships. LeadingAge NY provides new issue briefs and materials to support member advocacy efforts year-round.

DOH has requested Letters of Interest for funding under the Safety Net Transformation Program. To qualify, safety net hospitals must partner with other organizations.

Last week, the DOH selected 9 organizations to lead regional Social Care Networks aimed at integrating health care and social care under the State's Medicaid 1115 Waiver.