Initial January 2022 Medicaid rates reflect updates to the operating component; capital update pending.

The 2021 RHCF Report is now due on July 25^th.

Proposed rule would improve coverage and expand the ACO program but reduce Medicare Part B therapy and physician payments.

Members encouraged to attend upcoming CMS National Nursing Home Stakeholder Call and LeadingAge National webinars on RAI/MDS process and workflow, RoPs compliance requirements.

The tools include an update on the web-based portal for state reports on managed care; two additional state reporting templates related to MLR and network adequacy and access assurances; a new technical assistance toolkit for states to oversee access in MLTC programs; and recommended practices for ensuring timely and accurate payment to Indian health care providers.

New resources on Value-Based Purchasing, OASIS-E, and more.

Meeting scheduled for July 19^th.

Survey will help identify need for additional LHCSAs as part of State licensure and need methodology process.