How do the CMS and OSHA rules apply to assisted living, adult day, and other HCBS providers? We’ve heard this question from several members today. […]
News Topic: COVID
Vaccine Mandate Interim Final Rules: Initial Information
CMS Interim Final Rule TIMING: The CMS policy requires providers to ensure all eligible staff get at least one dose prior to providing care or […]
CMS Releases Vaccine Mandate Rule for All Certified Settings
On November 4, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released CMS-3415-IFC mandating COVID-19 vaccination for all staff in CMS-certified settings. The requirement applies […]
HUD Posts COVID-19 Supplemental Payments Request Form
HUD has posted the COVID-19 Supplemental Payment (CSP) request form; owners can now submit payment requests for expenses incurred between March 27, 2020 through October 31, […]
Historic Workforce Allocations, Immigration Provisions in Latest Build Back Better Act
The updated version of H.R. 5376, the Build Back Better Act, sent to the House Rules Committee on November 3, maintains most of bill’s previous […]
Immigration Policy in Build Back Better Act
At least $100 billion of the Build Back Better Act, reported by the House Committee on the Budget on October 28, 2021, would help restore […]
$500 Million CDC Initiative Will Support Nursing Home and LTC Providers
The Hartford Foundation and CDC leaders hosted a call November 2 outlining details on the $500 million “nursing home strike team” program, highlighting that the primary […]
Key November Provider Relief Fund Deadlines
1. Limited Phase 4/ARP Rural Extension to Nov. 3: The Human Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) earlier this week noted that providers who had submitted their […]
90% of HUD-Assisted Older Adults Vaccinated
In an October 27 webinar, HUD announced that 90% of HUD-assisted residents 62+ are fully vaccinated, that 55% of 18 – 40 year older HUD […]
$501 Million for Section 202 in Build Back Better
The Build Back Better Act includes $150 billion for affordable housing programs, including $501 million for new Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly homes […]