Statutory requirements are scheduled to become effective on Jan. 1^st, will face legal challenge.

The state and federal guidance differ in scope and approach. Members are advised to follow the DOH guidance with respect to fully vaccinated personnel who are infected with COVID-19, in the context of a critical staffing shortage. Until DOH issues further clarification, members should consider following CDC guidance when they are not experiencing critical shortages and with respect to HCP who are exposed but not infected.

New State vaccination guidance issued; update on enforcement regarding federal vaccine mandates; vaccination support for NYC LTC facilities.

EO 4.3 extends multiple staffing flexibilities through Jan. 26, 2022; EO 11 allows the State Legislature to work virtually at their discretion and health care providers, including long term care facilities, to contract with a CLIA-certified lab that is not licensed in New York State.

Final opportunity to incur period 2 PRF expenses.

Document provides additional details about certain scenarios that nursing home leaders continue to have questions about.

LeadingAge NY reminds SNFs of responsibility to notify residents, families, and responsible parties about new COVID-19 cases.

HHS pauses monoclonal antibody medications unlikely to work against Omicron variant.