LeadingAge National has recently heard increased concern from members and states about CMS’s schizophrenia audits. The association has reached out to both CMS and the Center of Excellence for Behavioral Health in Nursing Facilities to learn more and has compiled information and best practices to assist members who may be facing these audits.

Adjustment is meant to ensure that measures used in the Value-Based Purchasing program starting in October 2025 are calculated accurately.

The Aug. 29^th DOH-association meeting included a discussion of the revised VAPAP standards and a new DOH effort to ensure that all nursing homes and ACFs have provided valid 24/7 contact information in the HCS.

Take advantage of the opportunity to boost employee engagement and increase retention by operationalizing practical inclusion and equity strategies.

CMS has posted an updated web-based training series on accurate coding of MDS Section GG data elements that includes five courses.

Responses, due by Sept. 25^th, will be the basis for 2025 rate adjustments.