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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently issued a final rule, Medicare and Medicaid Programs; Minimum Staffing Standards for Long-Term Care Facilities and Medicaid Institutional Payment Transparency Reporting (final rule) that went into effect on June 21, 2024. This rule is intended to establish minimum staffing standards for long-term care (LTC) facilities as part of the Biden-Harris Administration's nursing home reform initiative to ensure safe and quality care in LTC facilities.
The rule also requires states to report the percent of Medicaid payments for certain Medicaid-covered institutional services that are spent on compensation for workers and support staff.
The rule represents a pivotal change in LTC staffing standards and underscores a profound shift towards a holistic and person-centered care for residents. Use the following insights to help your organization comply with these new standards.