AHCA/NCAL Advocacy

Federal Issues for Skilled Nursing Facilities

At the national level, the American Health Care Association advocates on behalf of HCAM and state affiliate members before Congress, CMS, and the administration.

Click Here to view the advocacy initiatives AHCA is pursuing with the federal government.

One Current Issue: Unfunded Minimum Staffing Mandate

In September of 2023, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released a proposed rule for minimum staffing in skilled
nursing facilities. Implementation of the unfunded, one-size-fits-all rule amid a historic and nationwide labor shortage threatens the
displacement of nearly 300,000 nursing home residents. This mandate will neither improve care nor address the workforce crisis.
Without workforce development programs or funding, a staffing mandate will not create more caregivers or help nursing homes offer
more competitive, higher-paying jobs. This impossible standard only threatens to shut down more nursing homes and severely limit
access to care for our nation’s most vulnerable seniors. Without a pipeline of new caregivers and resources to recruit, nursing homes will
be forced to downsize or close to meet these requirements.

Federal Issues for Assisted Living Communities

At the national level, the National Center for Assisted Living advocates on behalf of HCAM and state affiliate members before Congress, CMS, and the administration.

Click Here to view the advocacy initiatives NCAL is pursuing with the federal government.

AHCA/NCAL Congressional Briefing Fly-In

AHCA hosts the Congressional Fly-In where HCAM members will have an opportunity to meet with Michigan’s House and Senate delegations to advocate for the profession.

Click Here to find information on the Congressional Briefing, including issue documents, lodging, and itinerary.

If you are interested in participating in a future Congressional Briefing, please email Rich Farran.