Rule includes a 2.4% update and significant program integrity changes for all Medicare providers.

The NYS Legislature concluded its work on June 5^th, ending the 2026 Legislative Session. LeadingAge NY's summary highlights LTC, aging services, and senior housing-related bills passed by both houses, along with the outcomes of other priority legislation. Members are encouraged to engage with elected officials in their districts over the summer to continue to highlight the issues important to older adults, caregivers, and providers.

The employment authorization document termination date for Haitians with TPS and TPS holders from several other nations is now July 10^th, subject to developments in pending litigation.

DOH urges member to validate their HCS information including 24/7 contact. 

Yates and Broome are also added to the list of rural counties. Please access the DOH site for the most up-to-date information.

By completing the brief survey, providers will contribute to the empirical evidence desperately needed to advocate for policies that recognize and address health care staffing shortages in long-term care.