LeadingAge National Nursing Home Network call will focus on provisions in the proposed Medicare Part A rule.

Proposal would increase SNF Medicare base rates by 2.4% and update QRP and VBP program policies.

The new version of the Medicare Advance Beneficiary Notice of Noncoverage form must be used starting May 12^th.

The Advance Notice proposes a nominal Medicare Advantage rate increase for FFY 2027.

Federal agencies that are currently funded through Jan. 30^th face a Saturday shutdown.

Providers of Medicare Telehealth and Hospital Care at Home should be able to submit or resubmit claims that were held or returned during the shutdown.

The new model seeks to expand access to technology-supported care for chronic conditions through an outcome-based payment arrangement. Applications are due April 1^st. 

CMS will waive geographic and originating site requirements for patients receiving telehealth services in TEAM episodes starting on or after Jan. 1, 2026.