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

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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
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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)
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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

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

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

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

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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

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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

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - November 24, 2021

In This Issue:

  • Mass Senior Care Virtual Annual Meeting: Renewing Our Commitment to Our Residents, Staff and Families
  • December 2021 Health Care Provider Cybersecurity Call
  • Happy Thanksgiving from Mass Senior Care!
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Mass Senior Care E-News Update - November 11, 2021

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In This Issue:

  • Mass Senior Care's Virtual Annual Meeting - New Session on COVID-19 Added - Register Now!
  • Media Outlets Endorse Association's Nursing Facility Recovery & Sustainabiilty Proposal
  • Four Long Term Care Leaders Recognized in 2021 Top 100 Women-Led Businesses in Massachusetts
  • COVID-19 Booster Dose Vaccination Guidance
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update: November 4, 2021

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In This Issue:

  • Register Now for Mass Senior Care Association’s 2021 Virtual Annual Meeting on November 18th
  • Register for JVS Boston’s Economic Opportunity Forum and 10-Day Job Quality Challenge
  • Federal Child Tax Credits and Stimulus Funds Available for Individuals and Families Who Have Not Received Them – November 15th Deadline
  • November 2021 Healthcare CyberSecurity Call
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Mass Senior Care E-News Update -October 28, 2021

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CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

In This Issue:

  • Mass Senior Care Grassroots Advocacy Continues for ARPA Funding Request
  • Reminder: Register Now for JVS Boston’s Economic Opportunity Forum and 10-Day Job Quality Challenge
  • Mass Senior Care/HSL Training Center Article Published in Prominent Journal
  • National Quality Award Intent to Apply Closes November 11, 2021
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Mass Senior Care E-News Update - October 21, 2021

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In This Issue:

  • Urgent Action Alert: Call Your Legislators to the Support the Nursing Facility Recovery and Sustainability Proposal
  • EOHHS Medicaid 2022 Rate Public Hearing – October 26, 2021
  • Register for JVS Boston’s Economic Opportunity Forum and 10-Day Job Quality Challenge
  • Register Now for Next Week's Recruitment and Retention Webinar
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - October 14, 2021

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In This Issue:

  • Take Action Now to Support Mass Senior Care's Nursing Facility Recovery and Sustainability Proposal  
  • NHSN Annual Facility Survey Document
  • Register Now: Leveraging Digital Strategies For Employee Recruitment In Long Term Care
  • Elizabeth Seton Residence Ran the Boston Marathon!
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update: October 7, 2021

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In This Issue:

  • 2022 Medicaid Nursing Facility Rate Regulation Update: (1) Rate Sheets Issued on October 8th and (2) Public Hearing Scheduled for October 26th
  • Take Action Now to Support Mass Senior Care's Nursing Facility Recovery and Sustainability Proposal  
  • Mass Senior Care Testifies in Support of Legislation to Better Meet Care Needs of Residents with Opioid Use Disorder
  • Massachusetts Health Council Annual Awards Celebration on October 26th – Sponsorship Opportunities Available
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update: September 30, 2021

In This Issue:

  • Take Action Now to Support Mass Senior Care's Nursing Facility Recovery and Sustainability Proposal  
  • DPH Reporting Clusters of Influenza and Respiratory Illness
  • Mass Senior Care and Mass Workforce Association Host Webinar on Strengthening Workforce Development Partnerships
  • OIG LEIE Database Updated for August 2021
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Mass Senior Care E-News Update - September 23, 2021

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In This Issue:

  • Mass Senior Care Urges State to Fund Nursing Facility Recovery & Sustainability Proposal
  • Final Chance to Register for Strengthening Long Term Care Workforce Development Partnerships
  • MassHealth Nursing Facility Notice: Completion of Additional MDS Fields: Effective October 1, 2021
  • MassHealth Robotics Processing Automation Survey
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Mass Senior Care E-News Update - September 17, 2021

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In This Issue:

  • CDC Data Show 99% of Massachusetts’ Seniors Have Now Received At Least One Dose of the COVID-19 Vaccine
  • CMS National Stakeholder Call
  • MassHealth Nursing Facility Notice: Completion of Additional MDS Fields: Effective October 1, 2021
  • Register Now for September 29th Webinar: Strengthening Long Term Care Workforce Development Partnerships
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update: September 9, 2021

In This Issue:

  • Massachusetts Nursing Facility Vaccination Rates Lead the Nation
  • President Biden Expands Vaccination Requirements for Health Care Settings
  • Chairman Neal Announces Markup of Build Back Better Act
  • DPH Announces a New CNA Testing Provider
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - September 2, 2021

In This Issue:

  • Baker-Polito Administration Announces Expanded Vaccine Requirement for Long-Term Care Providers and Home Care Workers
  • Final Chance To Register: Leadership Convention on Sept. 9th & 10th at Ocean Edge
  • Governor Baker Appoints Matthew Salmon to Assisted Living Advisory Council
  • Register Now for 5 Part Series on Living Life to the End with Dignity, Respect and Understanding
Read more

COVID-19 Updates: August 26, 2021

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In This Issue:

  • Action Alert – Ask Governor Baker and State Lawmakers to Mandate Vaccines for All Healthcare and Eldercare Workers
  • Final Chance To Register: Leadership Convention on Sept. 9th & 10th at Ocean Edge
  • MassHealth Reminder – MassHealth Copayments
  • FDA Alerts Health Care Providers to Stop Using Certain N95 Respirator
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update: August 19, 2021

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In This Issue:

  • Governor Baker Issues COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate for State Workers; MSCA Confirms DPH State Surveyors Included
  • CMS to Mandate COVID-19 Vaccination for all Nursing Home Employees
  • New #GetVaccinated Handouts Help Answer Common Questions and Implement Mandates
  • Final Chance To Register: Leadership Convention on Sept. 9th & 10th at Ocean Edge
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - August 12, 2021

In This Issue:

  • Register for Leadership Convention: September 9-10th
  • Additional States Require COVID-19 Vaccine for Long Term Care Workers; Mass Senior Care Continues to Support a Statewide Vaccine Mandate for All Health Care Workers
  • Webinar on August 18th: Stay Vigilant Against Covid-19. Prepare. Protect. Prevent.
  • AHCA Webinar Recording: How to Boost Your Staff Vaccination Rates
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - August 6, 2021

In This Issue:

  • Governor Baker Signs Into Law Nursing Home Licensure Special Commission
  • Federal Bill Introduced to Give Medicare Patients More Choice with Home Care
  • DHS Announces Registration Process for Temporary Protected Status for Haiti
  • Register Now for Upcoming Important Programs
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Mass Senior Care E-News Update - July 29, 2021

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In This Issue:

  • Complimentary Concert Tickets Available for New Kids on the Block Concert at Fenway Park
  • Member Spotlight: Copley at Stoughton Administrator Shares How the Facility is Emerging from the COVID-19 Pandemic
  • CDC Updates Guidance for Fully Vaccinated Individuals
  • AHCA Webinar on Boosting Staff Vaccination Rates
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - July 22, 2021

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In This Issue:

  • Legislative Hearing Focuses on Long Term Care Direct Care Workforce Crisis
  • Recent Uptick in COVID-19 Cases Calls for Renewed Vigilance
  • Home Dialysis in Nursing Homes
  • DUA Issues To Employers COVID-19 Recovery Assessment Rate Letter
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update: July 15, 2021

In This Issue:

  • Action Alert: Ask Governor Baker to Support Nursing Facility Care in FY2022 Budget
  • Register Now for Upcoming Important Programs
  • Upcoming AHCA Webinar: Food and Nutrition Survey - Part 2
  • Early Bird Registration Deadline for AHCA/NCAL Convention is July 26th
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - July 8, 021

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In This Issue:

  • Legacy Lifecare and Sherrill House, Mass Senior Care Members, Mandates Vaccine for All Employees
  • EOEA Issues Update on Training on the Prevention and Elimination of Discrimination Based on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity and Expression
  • Register Now for These Important Education Programs, including July 13th OSHA ETS Webinar
  • Mass Senior Care E-News Update - July 8, 021 > Newsletter Section
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Mass Senior Care E-News Update - July 1, 2021

In This Issue:

  • Mass Senior Care Testifies at Elder Affairs Committee Legislative Hearing
  • Nursing Facility Resident Calls for CNAs to Earn a Living Wage
  • REMINDER – Staff Use of Face Masks Still Required in Long-Term Care Facilities
  • Register Now for These Important Education Programs, including July 13th OSHA ETS Webinar
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - June 24, 2021

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In This Issue:

  • Massachusetts Vaccination Rates Rank Among Highest in the Nation: Key Strategies to Increase Staff Vaccination Rates
  • State’s Largest Hospital Systems Mandate COVID-19 Vaccine for All Employees
  • Mass Senior Care Association Urges Continued Investment in Nursing Facility Care in FY2022
  • Mass Senior Care Shares CNA Training Opportunities
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - June 18, 2021

In This Issue:

  • Celebrate National Nursing Assistants Week: June 17-24, 2021
  • Member Spotlight: Alliance Health at Rosewood and Brudnick Center for Living Organize Successful Mobile Vaccination Clinics
  • Commonwealth Launches “Mass VaxMillions” Vaccine Lottery Program
  • HHS and CMS: ‘We Can Do This’ COVID-19 Vaccine Campaign Toolkit Webinars
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - June 10, 2021

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In This Issue:

  • MA Congressional Delegation Co-Sign Letter Urging HHS to Release PRF for Long Term Care Providers
  • Mass Senior Care Files Testimony on FFY 2022 Medicare SNF Payment Rule: PDPM Recalibration
  • Member Spotlight: Elizabeth Seton Residence Hosts a Celebration of Life and Memorial Tree Dedication
  • MassMAP Annual Virtual Educational Conference & Tabletop Exercises
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - June 4, 2021

In This Issue:

  • Governor Baker Signs Into Law a Bill Addressing (1) Unemployment Insurance Rate Relief/DUA Solvency Assessments and (2) COVID-19 Emergency Paid Sick Leave Program
  • 2021 Bronze Quality Award Recipients Announced – Three Massachusetts Facilities Are Recognized
  • EEOC Coronavirus and COVID-19 Webpage
  • MACs Resume Medical Review on a Post-payment Basis
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Mass Senior Care E-News Update - May 27, 2021

In This Issue:

  • Mass Senior Care Offers New COVID-19 Vaccine Resources
  • Legislature Enacts Bill to Address (1) DUA Solvency Assessments and (2) COVID-19 Emergency Paid Sick Leave Program
  • Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas Designates Haiti for Temporary Protected Status for 18 Months
  • Mass Senior Care Extends Gratitude to DPH Commissioner Monica Bharel for Her Public Service
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Mass Senior Care E-News Updates - May 20, 2021

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In This Issue:

  • COVID-19 Vaccine: Digital Day of Action - Friday, May 21
  • Mass Senior Care Continues to Offer Resources to Assist with Increasing Vaccination Rates
  • Healthcare Provider Cybersecurity Monthly Call – June 10th
  • Long Term Care Nurses Recognized in 2021 Boston Globe Salute to Nurses
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - May 14, 2021

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In This Issue:

  • Senate Ways & Means Committee Issues FY 2022 Budget Recommendation
  • Mass Senior Care Shares Key Strategies to Increase COVID-19 Vaccination Rates and Address Hesitancy
  • Mass Senior Care Members Celebrate National Skilled Nursing Care Week
  • Cognitive & Mood Assessment Four-Course Training Series for Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Providers
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - May 6, 2021

In This Issue:

  • Mass Senior Care’s Spring Conference Addresses Regulatory and Workforce Challenges; Introduces QI Initiative on End-of-Life Care
  • Alzheimer’s Advisory Council Releases Massachusetts State Plan on Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias
  • EOHHS Issues Proposed July 1, 2021 Temporary Nursing Service Agency Regulation
  • Register Now for Upcoming Spring Webinars!
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - April 29, 2021

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In This Issue:

  • Mass Senior Care’s 2021 Virtual Spring Conference
  • Take Action Now: Ask Your State Senator to Support Nursing Facility Care in FY2022
  • Check Out the Spring Education Calendar!  New Programs Just Added!
  • 2021 National Skilled Nursing Care Week (NSNCW)
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - April 22, 2021

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In This Issue:

  • Take Action Now: Ask Your State Senator to Support Nursing Facility Care in FY2022
  • Register Now for Mass Senior Care’s 2021 Virtual Spring Conference!
  • Check Out the Spring Education Calendar! 
  • CEU Requirements for Nursing Home Administrators
Read more

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

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In This Issue:

  • House Ways & Means Committee Issues FY 2022 Budget Recommendation
  • Updated Vaccination Options for Long Term Care Residents and Staff following the Federal Pharmacy Partnership Program
  • Register Now for Life Safety Code Webinar
  • MSCA Welcomes New Members – April 2021
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Mass Senior Care E-News Update - April 8, 2021

In This Issue:

  • Action Alert: Ask Your State Representative to Support Nursing Facility Care in FY 2022
  • CMS Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)/Long Term Care (LTC) Open Door Forum  
  • CMS Training on D0200. Resident Mood Interview (PHQ-9©) and D0300
  • Clinical Quality & Regulatory & Survey Committee Meetings – May 2021
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Mass Senior Care E-News Update - April 2, 2021

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In This Issue:

  • Connected Foundation Offers Free Activities to Help Prevent Social Isolation
  • CHIA Issues Nursing Facility 2020 Cost Report Update: Due June 4, 2021
  • AHRQ New Nursing Home Resources Aimed at Preventing COVID-19
  • DPH Annual Surveys - Please Send Us Your Feedback
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