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Mass Senior Care E-News Update: January 27, 2023

In This Issue:

  • Governor Healey Appoints Secretary of Health and Human Services
  • Free Nursing Assistant Training for English Language Learners in Cambridge, MA
  • New Virtual Education Sessions Offered by MSCA
  • SNF’s QRP Quarterly Provider Preview Reports
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - January 13, 2023

In This Issue:

  • AHCA/NCAL Launches National Campaign to Attract More Caregivers
  • HHS Extends Public Health Emergency through April 11, 2023
  • Register Now for Next Week’s MDS Webinar
  • Infection Control Trainings for Frontline Healthcare Personnel
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - January 6, 2023

In This Issue:

  • 2022 Foundation Scholars Announced
  • Important Reminder on Workers’ Compensation Related to TNS Staff
  • Register Now for MSCA Education Programs
  • Ongoing Coaching Available for Opioid Use Disorder in LTC Facilities
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - December 16, 2022

Sponsored by: 

Marcum LLP

In This Issue:

  • Mass Senior Care Foundation Event Raises Funds for Leadership Development
  • EOHHS Issues Updated Rate Year 2023 Medicaid NF Rate Regulation – Includes Additional $165M in Vital Workforce Investments
  • Strategies to Increase Bivalent Booster Rates in Long-Term Care Facilities 
  • Strategies to Address Healthcare Capacity
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - November 23, 2022

In This Issue:

  • Governor Baker Addresses 2022 MSCA Annual Meeting & Trade Show
  • Biden Administration Announces Campaign to Improve COVID-19 Bivalent Booster Uptake
  • MASStrong On-line Group Support for Nurse Aides
  • Food and Nutrition Director Requirements
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - November 10, 2022

Sponsored by: 

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

In This Issue:

  • Congratulations to Governor-Elect Maura Healey
  • Governor Charlie Baker to Speak at November 17th Annual Meeting & Trade Show
  • MassHealth Issues (1) COVID-19 Preparedness Program Payments Bulletin and (2) Patient Care Transitions Program RFA
  • MASStrong On-line Group Support for Nurse Aides
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - November 3, 2022

In This Issue:

  • Update to LTC Personnel COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement and LTC COVID-19 and Influenza Vaccine
  • Hospital to Home Partnership Program Grant
  • Register Now for Mass Senior Care’s Annual Meeting – In Person at the DCU Center – Limited Spaces are Available
  • DPH to Host Webinar on Managing Respiratory Illness Season in LTC Facilities
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - October 28, 2022

In This Issue:

  • Register Now for Mass Senior Care’s Annual Meeting – In Person at the DCU Center – Limited Spaces are Available
  • Important CMS Updates Survey Resources
  • Register to Attend Virtual Community of Administrators Kick-off Event
  • It’s Not too Early to Begin Preparing for the 2023 Changes to the MDS System
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - October 20, 2022

In This Issue:

  • Register Now for Mass Senior Care’s Annual Meeting – In Person at the DCU Center
  • REMINDER: EOHHS Public Hearing on Rate Year 2023 Medicaid Nursing Facility Regulation Scheduled for October 28th
  • Final Reminder: Deadline to Submit Applications for Mass Senior Care Foundation Scholarships is this Friday, October 21st
  • AHCA Council of States Approves Dues Increase
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - October 14, 2022

In This Issue:

  • AHCA/NCAL Board Members Elected at Annual Convention
  • Deadline to Submit Applications for Mass Senior Care Foundation Scholarships is October 21st
  • Mass Senior Care Welcomes New Members – October 2022
  • AHCA Fall Educational Product Sale
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - October 7, 2022

Sponsored by: 

Pharmscript

In This Issue:

  • EOHHS Public Hearing on Rate Year 2023 Medicaid Nursing Facility Regulation Scheduled for October 28th
  • Hurricane Ian Relief Fund
  • 2022 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS NOW AVAILABLE
  • Vote 2022 Campaign Supports Successful Voter Registration Drives
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - September 29, 2022

In This Issue:

  • Exhibitor/Sponsor Registration is Now Open for the 2022 Annual Meeting
  • 2022 SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS NOW AVAILABLE
  • Have You Ever wondered about the AHCA Quality Award Program?
  • Payroll Based Journal Reminders
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - September 22, 2022

In This Issue:

  • SNF 5-Star Quality Measure Rating Threshold Changing in October
  • Provider Relief Fund Reporting Period 3 Due September 30
  • CMS Call on Emergency Preparedness on September 27 
  • MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - September 15, 2022

Sponsored by: 

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

In This Issue:

  • MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
  • Nursing Facilities and Debt Collection Practices
  • September is Sepsis Awareness Month
  • Admission of Residents on Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) to Long-Term Care Facilities
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - September 9, 2022

Sponsored by: 

Marcum LLP

In This Issue:

  • Updated COVID-19 Boosters
  • CMS Issues Draft MDS Item Set Changes for October 2023 Update
  • CMS Releases Advanced Copies of Critical Element Pathways (CEPs)
  • Reminder: Pre-Order the AHCA Long-Term Care Survey Manual – Phase 3
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - September 1, 2022

In This Issue:

  • MassMAP September Exercise Prep Conference Calls – For MassMAP Members Only
  • CMS Requiring iQIES Account Registration for MDS Submission Process for 2023
  • CMS Virtual Listening Session with Health Care Providers and Suppliers on Emergency Preparedness
  • CLA Offers Budgeting Through Volatility Webinar on September 20th
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - August 11, 2022

In This Issue:

  • 2022 Hamel-Lydon Compassionate Service Awards: Application Process Now Open
  • Pre-Order the AHCA Long-Term Care Survey Manual – Phase 3
  • Registration Open for AHCA/NCAL Convention & Expo – Nashville, TN
  • New Education Programs August - November 2022 – Register Now!
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - August 4, 2022

In This Issue:

  • Free COVID-19 Testing For Assisted Living Residences
  • CMS Issues Final Rule Which Includes Solution to FSES Problem to Assist with FSES Compliance
  • New Education Programs August - November 2022 – Register Now!
  • Pre-Order the AHCA Long-Term Care Survey Manual – Phase 3
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - July 28, 2022

In This Issue:

  • New Virtual Education Programs – Register Now!
  • CMS Posts “Errata” to MDS Manual
  • Skilled Nursing Facility Provider Preview Reports: Review by August 15
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - July 21, 2022

In This Issue:

  • VOTE 2022 Campaign: Voter Registration Drives in Long Term Care Facilities
  • Updated Clinical Guidance for COVID-19 Therapeutics
  • CNA Feedback Needed: Long Term Care Career Advancement Survey - Please Share with Your CNAs!
  • New Education Programs: 5 Star, Infection Control and Survey Requirements
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - July 14, 2022

Sponsored by: 

Marcum LLP

In This Issue:

  • House Economic Development Bill Includes $165 Million in Vital Workforce Supplemental Payments for Nursing Facilities
  • Multimillion Dollar Settlement Reached In Department Of Justice Case Against SNF Organization For Disenrolling Residents From Their Medicare Advantage Plans
  • VOTE 2022 Campaign: Voter Registration Drives in Long Term Care Facilities
  • Massachusetts Senate Passes Early Education and Child Care Bill
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - July 7, 2022

In This Issue:

  • Mass Senior Care Strengthens Workforce Development Efforts with Addition of Susan Misiorski
  • Now Available - Detailed Overview of New and Updated CMS Guidance
  • Register Now for Annual Life Safety Code Virtual Workshop
  • LTCF Invasive GAS Clinical Advisory
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - June 30, 2022

In This Issue:

  • Final House FY 2023 Medicare Payment Rule Letter to CMS
  • CMS Releases Revised Nursing Home Surveyor Guidance
  • AHCA/NCAL Announces 2022 Silver National Quality Award Recipients
  • CMS Approves Temporary MassHealth 1115 Demonstration Extension  
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - June 23, 2022

In This Issue:

  • Mass Senior Care Members Celebrate CNAs During National Nursing Assistants Week
  • Workforce Grants Will Assist in Training and Placement of Frontline Workers in Nursing Facilities
  • MassHealth Mandatory Quarterly Nursing Facility Occupancy Survey 
  • Register Now for Quality Award Virtual Workshops for Bronze and Silver Programs
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update: June 17, 2022

In This Issue:

  • Happy National Nursing Assistants Week: June 16-23, 2022
  • Member Spotlight: Broad Reach Healthcare Welcomes Sec. Sudders and Senator Cyr
  • Congressman Jim McGovern Co-Signs CMS Letter Requesting Parity Adjustment Phase-In
  • Temporary Nursing Licenses Extended until December 31, 2022
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - June 10, 2022

Sponsored by: 

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

In This Issue:

  • Mass Senior Care Members Meet with Congressional Delegation
  • Omnibus Nursing Home Reform Bill Advances to House Committee on Ways and Means
  • Revenue Cycle Management Academy Helps SNFs Stay Paid
  • REMINDER: LGBTQ Training must be completed by June 30, 2022
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - June 2, 2022

Sponsored by: 

Pharmscript

In This Issue:

  • Mass Senior Care Files Comments on CMS FFY 2023 SNF Payment Rule: Deadline is June 10th to File Comments
  • 2022 AHCA/NCAL Bronze National Quality Award Recipients Announced
  • Register Now for Important Education Webinar on Emerging Threat of C. auris in LTC Facilities
  • Register for Webinar on Updates to Pneumococcal Vaccine
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - May 19, 2022

In This Issue:

  • Boston Mayor Michelle Wu Visits German Centre for National Skilled Nursing Care Week
  • REMINDER: LGBTQ Training must be completed by June 30, 2022
  • Early Bird Registration Rate Available for AHCA Convention in Nashville
  • Mass Senior Care Welcomes New Members – May 2022
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update -May 12, 2022

In This Issue:

  • Senate Ways and Means Committee Issues FY 2023 Budget Recommendation – Includes $75 Million Nursing Facility Funding
  • Skilled Nursing Facilities Celebrate National Skilled Nursing Care Week
  • EOHHS Posts MassHealth Comprehensive Quality Strategy Posted for Public Comment
  • Mass Senior Care's Upcoming Education Programs
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - May 5, 2022

Sponsored by: 

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

In This Issue:

  • Ask Your Senator to Respect and Protect Nursing Home Caregiver Wages
  • 2022 National Skilled Nursing Care Week: “Creating and Nurturing Connections”, May 8-14
  • Long Term Care Providers Reconnect at Mass Senior Care’s Spring Conference
  • Mass Senior Care's Upcoming Education Programs
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - April 29, 2022

Sponsored by: 

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

In This Issue:

  • House of Representatives Adopts FY2023 Budget Recommendation
  • Boston Globe Article Highlights CNA Testing Backlog
  • The Care of Residents with Opioid & Stimulant Use Disorders in Long-Term Care Settings
  • Reminder Due May 27th - Application Template for Request of CMP Funds for In-Person Visitation Aids
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - April 21, 2022

In This Issue:

  • Action Alert: Ask Your State Representative to Co-Sponsor and Support Chairman Thomas Stanley’s Nursing Facility Workforce Amendment
  • Final Chance to Register for 2022 Spring Conference & Trade Show on May 3rd!
  • CHIA Issues 2021 Nursing Facility Cost Report Update – Forms Issued and Due Date is June 24, 2022
  • Mass Senior Care Offers In-Person Spring Education Programs
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update: April 14, 2022

In This Issue:

  • Long Term Care Residents Should Receive 2nd COVID-19 Booster Shot as Soon as Eligible
  • Commonwealth Magazine Op-Ed Calls for Vital Workforce Investments
  • 2022 Spring Conference & Trade Show to be Held In-person on May 3rd!
  • Application Template for Request of CMP Funds for In-Person Visitation Aids
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - April 7, 2022

Sponsored by: 

Marcum LLP

In This Issue:

  • Nursing Facility Legislation Advances, Receives Favorable Report from Joint Committee on Health Care Financing
  • The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine Issues Nursing Home Reform Report
  • 2022 Spring Conference & Trade Show to be Held In-person on May 3rd!
  • Understanding “HireNow”: Hiring and Training Employer Grant Program
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update: March 31, 2022

In This Issue:

  • 2022 Spring Conference & Trade Show to be Held In-Person on May 3rd
  • Mass Senior Care Testifies to Joint Committee on Ways and Means on FY2023 Budget
  • Mass Senior Care Offers In-Person Spring Education Programs
  • 2022 MassMAP Annual Education
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - March 24, 2022

In This Issue:

  • Baker-Polito Administration Launches “HireNow” Hiring and Training Employer Grant Program
  • 2022 Spring Conference – Sponsorship and Exhibitor Opportunities Available
  • Mass Senior Care to Co-Host RAC-CT Certification Workshop
  • Five-Star Quality Measure Threshold Rebasing Beginning April 2022
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - March 17, 2022

In This Issue:

  • Action Alert: Ask Your Lawmakers to Support Vital Workforce Investments in the FY 2023 State Budget
  • MedPAC Issues March 2022 Report on Medicare Payment Policy: Recommends Congress Enact a 5% Cut in Base Payment Rate
  • ALR Annual Financial Disclosure Statement
  • CMS’ Proposed Rule on Contract Year 2023 Policy and Technical Changes to the Medicare Advantage and Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit Programs
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - March 10, 2022

In This Issue:

  • MassHealth Issues Official Announcement Extending the Nursing Facility Extended Supplemental Payments for 3 More Months  
  • CHIA Nursing Facility Cost Report Modernization Update
  • MassHealth Schedules a 2nd Webinar on March 16th for Nonemergency Wheelchair Transportation Program Changes
  • Registration Now Open for 2022 AHCA/NCAL Congressional Briefing
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - March 4, 2022

Sponsored by: 

Pharmscript

In This Issue:

  • MEMA & DPH Excess PPE Program
  • AHCA Releases Report Highlighting Unprecedented Economic Crisis in Nursing Homes
  • What You Need to Know About MassHealth Administrative Bulletin 22-02 101 CMR 206.00: Standard Payments to Nursing Facilities
  • MassHealth to Host Important Training Webinar on Nonemergency Wheelchair Transportation
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - February 24, 2022

In This Issue:

  • Reminder – Booster Vaccine Mandate Deadline is 2/28/2022
  • Reporting Seasonal Influenza Vaccination of Healthcare Personnel
  • Dementia Special Care Unit (DSCU) Disclosures due March 1st
  • EOHHS Notice of Upcoming Procurement: Accountable Care Partnership Plans (ACPPs) and Primary Care Accountable Care Organizations (PCACOs)
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - February 17, 2022

In This Issue:

  • Governor Baker Signs Into Law Supplemental Budget Bill: Includes Nursing Facility Items
  • Reminder – Booster Vaccine Mandate Deadline is 2/28/2022
  • Mark Your Calendars for the AHCA/NCAL Quality Summit May 16-18
  • ACHCA Recognizes Two Massachusetts Nursing Facility Administrators with Eli Pick Award
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - February 10, 2022

Sponsored by: 

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

In This Issue:

  • Governor Baker Announces Implementation Plan for Essential Employee Premium Pay Program
  • AHCA Launches Revenue Cycle Management Academy
  • AHCA Publishes 2022 Education Product Guide
  • CMS Posts Updated SNF QRP Public Reporting Tip Sheet
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - February 3, 2022

In This Issue:

  • CMS Releases Updated Guidance and Resources to Surveyors
  • Secretary Sudders Releases Letter to Families on Safe Visitation
  • MassHealth Updates to Eligibility Verification System (EVS)
  • Nominations Are Now Open for Boston Globe Salute to Nurses
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - January 27, 2022

In This Issue:

  • Governor Baker Issues FY 2023 Budget Recommendation
  • New Staffing Measures Added to Care Compare
  • Congressional Letter Urging White House to Investigate Nurse Staffing Agencies for Potential Anti-Competitive Behavior
  • Quality Award Applications Due Thursday, January 27th
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - January 20, 2022

In This Issue:

  • Save the Date: Spring Conference & Trade Show – In Person Event
  • Public Health Emergency Extended
  • MassHealth Extends Pharmacy Coverage of Over-the-Counter Diagnostic Antigen Tests for SARS-CoV-2 
  • 2021 Annual Disciplinary Summary Action Report – Board of Registration in Medicine
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - January 13, 2022

In This Issue:

  • MassHealth One-Time Incentive Payment for Staff Boosters - REMINDER 
  • DPH Issues Nursing Facility ‘Good Faith’ Efforts Attestation Form
  • CMS Adds Staffing Measures to Five Star  
  • CMS Administrator’s National Stakeholder Call
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - December 30, 2021

Sponsored by: 

HealthPRO Heritage December 2021

In This Issue:

  • Strategies to Increase COVID-19 Booster Vaccination Rates and Address Hesitancy
  • MassHealth Submits Section 1115 Demonstration Extension Request to CMS
  • MassHealth Eligibility Verification System Upcoming Update: Message From MassHealth
  • Best Wishes for a Happy and Healthy New Year!
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - December 16, 2021

Sponsored by: 

ProCare LTC Pharmacy - ProText

In This Issue:

  • Importance of COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Shots Highlighted at Mass Senior Care Zoom Meeting and By AHCA
  • Register Now for January HealthCare Provider Cybersecurity Call
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - December 9, 2021

Sponsored by: 

ProCare LTC Pharmacy - ProText

In This Issue:

  • Critical Need to Increase Boosters NOW! Register for December 13th Zoom Meeting
  • Welcome New Members – December 2021
  • AHCA Announces 2022 National Skilled Nursing Care Week Theme
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - December 3, 2021

Sponsored by: 

HealthPRO/Heritage

In This Issue:

  • Health Equity Requests for Information (RFIs): MassHealth wants to hear from you!
  • Monthly Health Care Provider Cybersecurity Call
  • In Memoriam
  • Happy Hanukkah
Read more

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