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DOH Reissues SNALR Voucher Regulations for Second Round of Public Comment

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 13:38:00 GMT

Members are encouraged to review and provide comment by Sept. 14.

Most Regions to See SNF Medicare Wage Index Increases in FY27

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The Medicare wage index, which impacts 72% of the Medicare Part A rate, improved in all but 3 regions in the State.

DOH Starts Medicaid Provider Revalidation Process

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Providers should monitor emails for their revalidation notice and access resources to prepare for this process.

LeadingAge NY Meets with DOH on HCBS Issues

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The meeting yielded information on survey trends, the recent DAL on PCA competency demonstration and more.

Tip Sheets Now Available for Members Voicing Concern Regarding CMS' Proposed Medicare Enrollment Provisions & CY 2027 Home Health Rule

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Comments are due August 31st.

Interested in becoming a N/NORC?

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

With an influx of funding and an upcoming RFA process, more N/NORCs will be coming to communities.

Join LeadingAge for Congressional Fly-In on Immigration and Workforce

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

It is essential that lawmakers hear directly from providers about the realities of operating in today's labor market and the practical immigration policy solutions that can help strengthen the caregiving workforce. Please consider joining us in Washington D.C. on Sept. 22-23!

Reminder: Applications for ACF EQUAL Funds Due Aug. 27th

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 12:10:00 GMT

LeadingAge NY provides important application tips based on past member experience.

Nursing Home Medicaid Cost Reports Due Aug 14th

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Electronic certifications must be completed by the due date as well for the report to be deemed as submitted.

DataPoint: Q1 2026 PBJ Staffing Data Insights

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:00:00 GMT

PBJ staffing data provides insight into the state of staffing mandate compliance in NY.

DOH Unveils Nursing Home Case Mix Proposal

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:00:00 GMT

State proposes to adjust Medicaid rates for acuity based on the nursing component of PDPM and is soliciting questions and feedback.

Medicaid Off-Cycle Revalidation Processes, Provider Enrollment Moratorium Announced

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The NYS Medicaid Director announced off-cycle revalidations for existing Medicaid providers through a new Provider Services Portal and six-month moratorium on Medicaid provider enrollment for LHCSAs, SADCs, MLTC plans, and PACE programs. A webinar on the new portal will be held on Aug. 6^th.

State Opens Healthcare Personnel Influenza Vaccination Report

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Instructions and updated FAQs regarding the new SMART platform are included; providers have until Oct. 30^th to submit.

Reminder: 2025 Home Care Cost Report Deadline Approaching

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The deadline is Aug. 31, 2026.

PBJ Report Time Again

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Nursing homes must finalize their PBJ submissions by Aug. 14^th. Reporting shifts from QIES to iQIES starting with reports due in November.

Housing Sessions at the 2026 LeadingAge Annual Meeting

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Registration for the 2026 LeadingAge Annual Meeting is now open. Join over 6,000 changemakers in Philadelphia Oct. 25^th-28^th for a mission-driven education program, including curated affordable senior housing content.

Reminder: LeadingAge National Webinar on Tenant Compliance Must-Dos for Affordable Senior Housing, Aug. 19th

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Join the LeadingAge National housing community for a webinar by compliance expert Jenny DeSilva, who will review unique rules and requirements for HUD-assisted senior housing communities.

SNF Final Rule Overview: CMS Finalizes 2.4% Payment Update for FY 2027

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

LeadingAge National outline of payment and policy provisions finalized in the published rule.

CMS Finalizes Hospice Wage Index and FY 2027 Payment Rule

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The rule is generally adopted as proposed with a 2.3% increase.

LeadingAge NY Advocates for Renewed Stakeholder Engagement and Input on NHTD Waiver Enrollment Cap

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The enrollment cap is affecting both participants and providers.

DOH Guidance on High-Hours CDPAS Cases Details MLTC Reporting and Action Items

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The new policy includes more frequent reporting on high-hours cases and more detailed action steps for plans in response to these cases.

CMS Replaces Nursing Home Voting Guidance with New Warnings About Fraud, Coercion

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

LeadingAge National reports that the guidance creates no new regulatory requirements, but suggests that federal survey attention may focus on balancing voting access with safeguards against fraud and coercion.

CMS Approves 2025-26 Nursing Home Funding Increase

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Federal approval of last year's increase will enable payment of the federal share of funding; the State share was distributed in March.

TPS-Based Work Authorizations for Haitians Expired Effective July 27th

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

A USCIS update on the TPS webpage announced the termination of Haiti TPS effective July 27^th. Members are encouraged to consult with their attorneys and HR professionals, due to lack of clarity in federal guidance.

LeadingAge Clinical Procedure Manual, 23rd Edition Now Available

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

From activities of daily living to clinical tasks to safety and wound care, the manual covers a wide range of procedures that home and community-based and other providers deliver every day. LeadingAge members receive a 30% discount.

LeadingAge to HUD: Exempt Affordable Housing from "Buy America" Requirements

Tue, 28 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

In comments submitted to HUD, LeadingAge called on the agency to exempt federal programs that fund affordable housing developments from BABA compliance requirements.

DOH Posts Resources and Holds Webinars on MAID

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

DOH has posted guidance documents, transmitted DALs, and hosted webinars for providers in preparation for the Aug. 5^th effective date of the new Medical Aid in Dying law.

DOH Posts Nursing Home Staffing Compliance Letters for Q3 of 2024

Sat, 25 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Redetermination and penalty reduction requests are due by Aug. 6^th.

Reminder: EQUAL, Adult Home Roster, and QSIR Report Deadlines for ACFs

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 12:00:00 GMT

ACF and assisted living members are reminded of upcoming deadlines for reports and EQUAL funding.

What Would You Do With $10,000?

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Maybe your community needs to replace aging equipment or wants to celebrate staff. The choice will be yours if you win one of the six grand prizes that will be drawn in Value First’s 5-Star Dining Program Sweepstakes. Enter by Dec. 6, 2026.

Federal Updates on Home Health and Hospice

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

CMS releases home health acceptance-to-service policy, new G-code for hospice F2F, and more.

Nursing Home Reimbursement Update

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

DOH agrees to distribute the State share of new funding while federal approval is pending.

CMS Rule Proposes Medicare Part B Cuts

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Proposed physician payment rule will determine Medicare Part B rates and policies for calendar year 2027.

CMS to Launch Streamlined Nursing Home Risk-Based Survey

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The risk-based survey process will begin in September; approximately 57 nursing homes in NY will qualify.

LeadingAge NY Circulates Funding Estimates

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Nursing home members received facility-specific impact estimates of FY27 State Budget funding provisions late last week.

2026 Nursing Home CMP Funding Application Process Opened for 2025 Applicants

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Only nursing homes that applied in 2025 are eligible for the 2026 round; applications are due Aug. 19^th.

U.S. DOJ Announces Retreat from Enforcing ADA's Olmstead Guidance

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The DOJ announced this week that it would no longer rely on its Olmstead guidance when enforcing Title II of the ADA, raising concerns for home and community-based services.

State Issues DAL Discontinuing Alternative Competency Demonstration for Personal Care Aides

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Participants currently enrolled in a class to demonstrate competency must transition to a PCA Training Program.

DOH to Hold Webinars on Medical Aid in Dying for Providers

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The nursing home provider webinar is July 27^th; the palliative care and hospice provider webinar is July 28^th.

Registration Open for the 2026 Adult Day Health Care Conference

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Join ADHCC on Oct. 7^th and 8^th!

Governor's Regulatory Reform Yields Proposed Regulations on Recordkeeping and Digital Signatures

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Members should reach out to LeadingAge NY if they have concerns.

HCR Announces 2026 9% LIHTC RFP

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The RFP makes available up to $58 million in federal LIHTCs, $10 million in SLIHCs, and more than $200 million in State Capital subsidy loan programs.

DOH to Hold Second Lunch and Learn on Plans of Correction for Home Care and Hospice July 29th

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The first webinar on home care and hospice POCs is now available in the DOH Learning Management System.

PBJ Migrating to iQIES for November Submissions

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

After the upcoming August submission, nursing homes will need to ensure that they have enabled their quarterly staffing data submitter to report through iQIES.

DOH, NYC DOHMH Issue Advisory on Cyclosporiasis

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The state is seeing a significant increase in cases.

CMS Proposes Significant Rule Regarding Medicare Program Integrity

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

All Medicare providers would be subject to the proposed rule.

Landmark Housing Legislation Becomes Law

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Major bipartisan legislation that addresses America’s housing issues, the 21^st Century ROAD to Housing Act, became law on July 10^th without the President’s signature.

Governor Moves Forward with Regulatory Reform Efforts

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Executive order calls for a regulatory reset with modernization and government streamlining in mind.

DOH Seeks Input on Social Work Issues in Nursing Homes

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

DOH is looking to convene a small group of social workers from nursing homes around the state for an approximately one-hour call to gain a greater understanding of the role of the social worker and their responsibilities in the nursing home.

CMS Updates Nursing Home Five-Star Quality Measure Rating Thresholds

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Updates reflect the policy announced in 2019, but not often used, that is triggered by improving quality star ratings.

NY Seeks Five-Year Extension of Medicaid Section 1115 Waiver

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The proposed extension maintains most of the existing waiver initiatives. The Career Pathways Training Program will be closed out. Comments are due Aug. 21^st.

USCIS Extends Haiti TPS Work Authorization to July 24th; LeadingAge Calls for Action

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

USCIS extended employment authorizations for Haitians with TPS until July 24^th. This is a placeholder pending action in the lower court.

Important DOH Emergency Preparedness Reminders and Other HCS Updates

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

DOH urges members to validate their HCS information, including 24/7 contact.

DOH Makes Changes in Communication Around Weekly SMART Forms Surveys

Sun, 12 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

DOH makes changes to address concerns voiced by LeadingAge NY.

Resident Roster for Adult Homes Due Aug. 15th

Sat, 11 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

All adult homes, including those with assisted living licensure, must complete the quarterly roster.

DOH ACF QSIR Report Open

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:49:00 GMT

Report must be submitted by all ACFs by July 31, 2026.

Judge Protects HUD Housing First Funding, For Now

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The ruling only applies to HUD’s use of FY 2025 funds, but HUD has signaled that similar constraints will be applied for the FY 2026 funding provided by Congress. LeadingAge is pleased with the ruling and shares concerns about the stability of future funding.

Nursing Home and Assisted Living Members: Please Participate in CHWS Staffing Survey

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

By completing the brief survey, providers will contribute to the empirical evidence desperately needed to advocate for policies that recognize and address health care staffing shortages in long-term care.

Updated Q&As, Guidance, and Application Addenda Posted for RFA on Community Integration Funding Under Rural Health Transformation Program

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Yates and Broome are also added to the list of rural counties. Please access the DOH site for the most up-to-date information.

CMS Issues CY 2027 Home Health Proposed Rule

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Rule includes a 2.4% update and significant program integrity changes for all Medicare providers.

State Submits SPAs for Nursing Home Reimbursement Increase and Capital Cut Restoration

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

NYS has submitted the Medicaid SPAs needed to implement the nursing home Medicaid reimbursement increase and capital cut restoration included in the SFY 2026-27 budget.

DOH to Hold Webinar on Preventing Resident Elopements in Long-Term Care Facilities

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Advocates for Older Adults Recognize One Year Since Release of New York Master Plan for Aging, Urge Continued Progress

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

On the one-year anniversary of the release of NY’s Master Plan for Aging (MPA), LeadingAge NY, AARP NY, Selfhelp Community Services, and LiveOn NY call on policymakers to prioritize advancing the MPA and confront the immediate challenges of affordability, social engagement, and access to housing and services.

USCIS Updates TPS Work Authorization Termination Dates

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The employment authorization document termination date for Haitians with TPS and TPS holders from several other nations is now July 10^th, subject to developments in pending litigation.

SNALR Voucher Program Monthly Reporting Shifting to SMART Platform

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 14:00:00 GMT

DOH provides important instructions for when you first open your report.

Update on State Health Care Personnel Influenza Vaccination Report

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 08:43:00 GMT

As of this writing, the report still is not released.

UHF Convening Sheds Light on State's Implementation of H.R. 1 Requirements

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Slides and recording of the presentation are now available.

U.S. Supreme Court Allows Trump Administration to Terminate TPS for Haitians and Syrians

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The decision will eliminate deportation protections and work authorizations for over 350,000 Haitians, many of whom work in health and long-term care jobs.

Congress Holds Hearing on Medicaid Fraud; NY's Medicaid Director Testifies

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

A recording is available for viewing.

Think Ebola: New CDC Resource for Health Care Providers

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The resource is designed to help providers quickly identify potential Ebola cases among patients, residents, visitors, or staff who have recently traveled to affected areas.

DOH Releases Heat-Related Guidance and Resources

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Information will be useful to all members as we face some extremely hot days this week.

U.S. DOJ Opinion Weakens "Most Integrated Setting" Mandate

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The opinion is binding only on the federal government and conflicts with court decisions and regulations, but may undermine community-based services.

DOH Issues Second Round of Staffing Penalty Notifications

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

An additional 25 nursing homes, including two non-profit homes, should have received penalty letters on June 30^th related to 2023 and 2024 staffing requirements.

NYS Primary Election Results and Summer Advocacy Opportunities

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

LeadingAge NY reviews some key outcomes from June primary elections and encourages members to engage in the process over the summer.

Deadline Extended for RFA for Community Integration Funding Component of Rural Health Transformation Program

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

New deadline for applications is July 14^th.

New Nursing Home Administrator Regs Adopted

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The regulations reduce the required AIT hours, expand the practice areas that qualify for field experience, and reduce the number of years of experience required for AIT preceptors.

CMS Updates SNF Three-Day Rule Resource

Tue, 30 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The fact sheet detailing hospital stay requirements for Medicare coverage of SNF post-acute services now reflects TEAM model waivers.

Join the Next LeadingAge RAD for PRAC Peer-Sharing Call: July 16th, 2:30 P.M.

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Join LeadingAge as the association continues to convene its housing members utilizing the Rental Assistance Demonstration for senior housing preservation.

Update: Congress Passes Major Housing Reform Legislation; President's Signature Uncertain

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

While the wide-ranging housing policy bill does not invest new dollars into housing programs, it authorizes some new programs and reforms rules for a variety of existing housing programs.

LeadingAge Congressional Briefing Pushes for BABA Exemptions for Affordable Housing

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

LeadingAge member 2Life Communities, a non-profit housing provider based in Massachusetts, presented during the briefing about the wide-ranging challenges associated with BABA compliance.

2025 Home Care Cost Report Deadline Is Aug. 31st

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Resources and tutorials to complete the report are on the reporting portal.

LeadingAge Urges HUD to Delay, Clarify Immigration Reverification Directive; Updates Immigration Enforcement Preparedness Guide

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

HUD has stated that properties participating in certain HUD-assisted Multifamily Housing programs must comply with a new reverification directive. However, the necessary report has not been operational, and HUD has not communicated clearly with housing providers about next steps.

Efforts Advance to Address Problematic Impacts of BABA on Affordable Housing

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The new domestic materials sourcing requirements under “Build America, Buy America” have stalled affordable housing projects because of increased costs and time. LeadingAge supports a full exemption for affordable housing programs currently subject to the requirements.

Save the Date! ADHC Conference Slated for Oct. 7th and 8th in Albany

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Mark your calendars.

CMS Adjusts Federal Monitoring Surveys for FY 2026: What Nursing Home Providers Need to Know

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

While CMS remains committed to meeting its statutory oversight obligations, the agency will conduct fewer Federal Monitoring Surveys due to operational disruptions caused by the federal government shutdown that occurred between Oct. 1, 2025 and Nov. 12, 2025.

DOH Shares New Platform for MLTC Plan Submission of SADC Evaluation Tools

Tue, 23 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Plans should add the new application to their HCS dashboard no later than June 26^th.

New Online Portal Available for Recipients of SSP

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 17:04:00 GMT

Portal available for those who receive the State supplement of the SSI benefit.

DOH Issues Updated Guidance on Telehealth for ACFs and ADHC

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 16:07:00 GMT

LeadingAge NY advocacy yields clarification on prior telehealth guidance.

ACFs Are Reminded to Submit EQUAL Funding Exhibits A and B

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:55:00 GMT

Compliance with reporting requirements is critical to ensure future eligibility.

LeadingAge NY to Host ALP Member Call June 23rd at 4 P.M.

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:45:00 GMT

Members-only meeting will discuss recent DOH discussions regarding ALP issues and other topics members want to address.

State Reforms Include Some Wins for LeadingAge NY

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 15:15:00 GMT

Governor announces first wave of regulatory reforms in EXPRESS NY initiative.

How to Confirm Successful Submission of Data to DOH on SMART Platform

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 12:21:00 GMT

DOH provides two ways to confirm successful submission on SMART.

Registration Now Open: LeadingAge NY CCRC Summit, Happening July 14th and 15th

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Join CCRC leaders and experts for two days of education and networking at Jefferson’s Ferry in South Setauket – free to LeadingAge NY provider members!

CMS Approves Public Nursing Home State Plan Amendment

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Action clears the way for the distribution of 2025 IGT funding to county and municipal nursing homes.

Regional Direct Caregiver Flexibility Training Centers Now Open

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Members are encouraged to make contact to improve workforce recruitment and retention.

Take Action: Urge Your Senators to Protect Older Adults' Housing Assistance

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The House has advanced harmful cuts to HUD programming — but the Senate can still take action! Urge your Senators to make strong and smart investments today.

DOH Updates Nursing Home Equity Contribution Policy

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The percentage that nursing homes are expected to contribute toward construction project costs has been revised down to 10%.

Hospice and Home Health Update

Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

GAO report on hospice, comments on hospice rule, HCBS quality measures, and more.

PHHPC Ad Hoc Committee Advances Targeted Reforms to Nursing Home CON Review

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The Public Health and Health Planning Council’s Nursing Home Certificate of Need Ad Hoc Committee presented proposals to modify reviews of applications to operate nursing homes.

New OIG Findings Underscore Barriers to SNF Care in Medicare Advantage

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The findings show alarming rates of denials and high rates of success for beneficiaries on appeal, indicating that the initial decisions were often wrong and that care was unnecessarily delayed.

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DOH Reissues SNALR Voucher Regulations for Second Round of Public Comment

Most Regions to See SNF Medicare Wage Index Increases in FY27

DOH Starts Medicaid Provider Revalidation Process

LeadingAge NY Meets with DOH on HCBS Issues

Tip Sheets Now Available for Members Voicing Concern Regarding CMS' Proposed Medicare Enrollment Provisions & CY 2027 Home Health Rule

Interested in becoming a N/NORC?

Join LeadingAge for Congressional Fly-In on Immigration and Workforce

Reminder: Applications for ACF EQUAL Funds Due Aug. 27th

Nursing Home Medicaid Cost Reports Due Aug 14th

DataPoint: Q1 2026 PBJ Staffing Data Insights

DOH Unveils Nursing Home Case Mix Proposal

Medicaid Off-Cycle Revalidation Processes, Provider Enrollment Moratorium Announced

State Opens Healthcare Personnel Influenza Vaccination Report

Reminder: 2025 Home Care Cost Report Deadline Approaching

PBJ Report Time Again

Housing Sessions at the 2026 LeadingAge Annual Meeting

Reminder: LeadingAge National Webinar on Tenant Compliance Must-Dos for Affordable Senior Housing, Aug. 19th

SNF Final Rule Overview: CMS Finalizes 2.4% Payment Update for FY 2027

CMS Finalizes Hospice Wage Index and FY 2027 Payment Rule

LeadingAge NY Advocates for Renewed Stakeholder Engagement and Input on NHTD Waiver Enrollment Cap

DOH Guidance on High-Hours CDPAS Cases Details MLTC Reporting and Action Items

CMS Replaces Nursing Home Voting Guidance with New Warnings About Fraud, Coercion

CMS Approves 2025-26 Nursing Home Funding Increase

TPS-Based Work Authorizations for Haitians Expired Effective July 27th

LeadingAge Clinical Procedure Manual, 23rd Edition Now Available

LeadingAge to HUD: Exempt Affordable Housing from "Buy America" Requirements

DOH Posts Resources and Holds Webinars on MAID

​​​​​​​DOH Posts Nursing Home Staffing Compliance Letters for Q3 of 2024

Reminder: EQUAL, Adult Home Roster, and QSIR Report Deadlines for ACFs

What Would You Do With $10,000?

Federal Updates on Home Health and Hospice

Nursing Home Reimbursement Update

CMS Rule Proposes Medicare Part B Cuts

CMS to Launch Streamlined Nursing Home Risk-Based Survey

LeadingAge NY Circulates Funding Estimates

2026 Nursing Home CMP Funding Application Process Opened for 2025 Applicants

U.S. DOJ Announces Retreat from Enforcing ADA's Olmstead Guidance

State Issues DAL Discontinuing Alternative Competency Demonstration for Personal Care Aides

DOH to Hold Webinars on Medical Aid in Dying for Providers

Registration Open for the 2026 Adult Day Health Care Conference

Governor's Regulatory Reform Yields Proposed Regulations on Recordkeeping and Digital Signatures

HCR Announces 2026 9% LIHTC RFP

DOH to Hold Second Lunch and Learn on Plans of Correction for Home Care and Hospice July 29th

PBJ Migrating to iQIES for November Submissions

DOH, NYC DOHMH Issue Advisory on Cyclosporiasis

CMS Proposes Significant Rule Regarding Medicare Program Integrity

Landmark Housing Legislation Becomes Law

Governor Moves Forward with Regulatory Reform Efforts

DOH Seeks Input on Social Work Issues in Nursing Homes

CMS Updates Nursing Home Five-Star Quality Measure Rating Thresholds

NY Seeks Five-Year Extension of Medicaid Section 1115 Waiver

USCIS Extends Haiti TPS Work Authorization to July 24th; LeadingAge Calls for Action

Important DOH Emergency Preparedness Reminders and Other HCS Updates

DOH Makes Changes in Communication Around Weekly SMART Forms Surveys

Resident Roster for Adult Homes Due Aug. 15th

DOH ACF QSIR Report Open

Judge Protects HUD Housing First Funding, For Now

Nursing Home and Assisted Living Members: Please Participate in CHWS Staffing Survey

Updated Q&As, Guidance, and Application Addenda Posted for RFA on Community Integration Funding Under Rural Health Transformation Program

CMS Issues CY 2027 Home Health Proposed Rule

State Submits SPAs for Nursing Home Reimbursement Increase and Capital Cut Restoration

DOH to Hold Webinar on Preventing Resident Elopements in Long-Term Care Facilities

Advocates for Older Adults Recognize One Year Since Release of New York Master Plan for Aging, Urge Continued Progress

USCIS Updates TPS Work Authorization Termination Dates

SNALR Voucher Program Monthly Reporting Shifting to SMART Platform

Update on State Health Care Personnel Influenza Vaccination Report

UHF Convening Sheds Light on State's Implementation of H.R. 1 Requirements

U.S. Supreme Court Allows Trump Administration to Terminate TPS for Haitians and Syrians

Congress Holds Hearing on Medicaid Fraud; NY's Medicaid Director Testifies

Think Ebola: New CDC Resource for Health Care Providers

DOH Releases Heat-Related Guidance and Resources

U.S. DOJ Opinion Weakens "Most Integrated Setting" Mandate

DOH Issues Second Round of Staffing Penalty Notifications

NYS Primary Election Results and Summer Advocacy Opportunities

Deadline Extended for RFA for Community Integration Funding Component of Rural Health Transformation Program

New Nursing Home Administrator Regs Adopted

CMS Updates SNF Three-Day Rule Resource

Join the Next LeadingAge RAD for PRAC Peer-Sharing Call: July 16th, 2:30 P.M.

Update: Congress Passes Major Housing Reform Legislation; President's Signature Uncertain

DOH Posts Nursing Home Staffing Compliance Letters for Q3 of 2024