BSC Shares Plan of Correction Webinar Recording (SNF)
The Bureau of Survey & Certification (BSC) hosted a webinar last month entitled “Writing and Implementing an Effective Plan of Correction.” The recording is now...Read More
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February 7, 2024
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Non-Available Bed Plan Extension Policy Issued
On February 6, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) issued a proposed policy for updating the current non-available bed plan flexibilities. The proposal: Extends the current...Read More
AHCA/NCAL Diversity Executive Leadership Program Applications Open
Be sure to apply for the American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) Diversity Executive Leadership Program (DELP) by Friday, February 16, 2024. DELP, with its...Read More
HCAM Welcomes New Member
HCAM is pleased to have Meadow Valley join the association. Located in Traverse City, the new assisted living community has 104 licensed beds – 60 assisted living beds...Read More
Medication Management Course Update
You spoke, and we listened! HCAM developed a new and improved train the trainer program specifically geared to prepare Home for the Aged, Adult Foster...Read More
Share Your Stories: NCAL Requests Help Sharing Resident Stories
On January 25, the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging held a hearing, "Assisted Living Facilities: Understanding Long-Term Care Options for Older Adults." As a...Read More
2024 Assisted Living Wage Survey
To assist in your workforce strategy for recruitment/retention, HCAM requests your help: Please complete HCAM's wage compensation survey for assisted living communities by Wednesday, February 21. The survey...Read More
AHCA/NCAL to Host LTC Workforce Series (SNF/AL)
AHCA/NCAL will hold a webinar series focused on workforce-related matters impacting long-term care providers. This series will focus on issues including: Career ladders Getting more youth interested...Read More
Unlock Refugee Talent with Welcome Corps at Work (SNF/AL)
If you are looking for additional workforce options, Welcome Corps at Work may be right for your organization. The Welcome Corps at Work (WCW) program matches employers with...Read More
AHCA/NCAL OSHA Recordkeeping Resources (SNF/AL)
The Occupational Health and Safety Administration’s final rule, “Improve Tracking of Workplace Injuries and Illnesses,” took effect January 1, 2024. It does not change what information LTC...Read More
HCAM Signs Letter to Halt Proposed Nursing Facility Staffing Mandate
HCAM signed onto a letter of support for the Protecting Rural Seniors’ Access to Care Act (S. 3410/H.R. 5796), which is federal legislation that would prohibit...Read More
Open Enrollment for Recurring COVID-19 Testing Supply Allocation (SNF/AL)
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) provides quarterly open enrollment opportunities for LTC facilities that want recurring testing supply allocations. The current open...Read More
Code Updates for Current Procedural Terminology and Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System
On February 5, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) released MMP 24-05, which notified providers about Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) and Healthcare Common...Read More
AHCA LTC Professional Liability Study Data Collection
AHCA is extending an invitation to join a benchmark study spearheaded by Marsh's Senior Living & LTC Industry Practice. The study aims to shed light on...Read More
What to Know About New Medicare Advantage Rules
As of January 1, 2024, Medicare Advantage (MA) plans are subject to new regulations governing prior authorizations and use management strategies. AHCA/NCAL, in partnership with...Read More
February SNF Touchpoint Meeting
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is hosting a series of monthly touchpoint meetings with nursing facility providers. Previously known as the...Read More
Nursing Facility Bed Isolation Exception Request
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) released policy MMP 24-03 to introduce a new form and process for nursing facilities to request approval for Medicaid...Read More
MDHHS Nursing Facility Reimbursement Update
On Wednesday, January 31, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) hosted a Nursing Facility Reimbursement Update webinar. MDHHS discussed a number of reimbursement...Read More
Non-Available Bed Plan Extension Policy Issued
Yesterday, February 6, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) issued a proposed policy for updating the current non-available bed plan flexibilities. The proposal: Extends the current...Read More
Governor Whitmer Issues Fiscal Year 2025 Budget Proposal
Earlier today, February 7, Governor Whitmer presented to the Michigan Senate and House Appropriations Committees her proposed budget for fiscal year 2025, which begins on...Read More