LeadingAge New York has made recommendations to the Department of Health (DOH) aimed at improving the nursing home survey process.

On August 6, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) published its FY 2024 State Performance Standards System (SPSS) results, evaluating how well state survey agencies oversee nursing homes.

The change reflects a broader transition back to traditional survey methods while preserving the ability to investigate infection control concerns through targeted complaint-driven reviews.

SNFs have until Aug. 14, 2025 to review their performance data for measures that will be publicly reported during the October 2025 refresh.

Members are encouraged to keep us informed regarding any CHRC delays or challenges.

LeadingAge NY hosted a presentation on July 21^st by Ashley Cokgoren, Deputy Director of DOH's Division of Nursing Home and ICF/IID Surveillance, on the recent updates to the federal nursing home survey guidance.

The goal of the initiative is to ensure that both surveyors and facility staff understand regulatory expectations; that the survey process is fair, accurate, and consistent across regions; and that surveys support improved quality of care.