As reported by LeadingAge National, Medline Industries has issued a recall on all Medline brand beds and associated parts and accessories due to potential fire and entrapment risks.

DOH announces upcoming payment for nursing homes.

LeadingAge NY provides a summary of recently issued guidance and reporting requirements.

The updated guidance provides a more practical and streamlined approach to work restrictions and return-to-work criteria for health care workers recovering from COVID-19 and other viral respiratory infections. DOH will review the guidance – along with updates on influenza, COVID-19, and RSV activity, and practical considerations for managing staff exposures, work restrictions, and return-to-work decisions – during a webinar on Oct. 29^th from 1-2 p.m.

Check out LeadingAge National’s Medicare Open Enrollment 2027: What You Need to Know resource for more information about Medicare Annual Open Enrollment and how your organization may be able to help those you serve with critical decisions about their Medicare benefits.

DOH is regularly posting lists of sent Medicaid revalidation notifications to assist providers in tracking and completing the revalidation process.