August 27, 2025 - Issue 2326

CMS Overhauls RADV Audit Program for Medicare Advantage Plans

In May, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced a major overhaul of the Risk Adjustment Data Validation (RADV) audit program, expanding the size, scope,...
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Freedom to Invest in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act Is Now Law 

Congressman Rob Wittman (R-VA-01) re-introduced the bipartisan Freedom to Invest in Tomorrow’s Workforce Act, which would expand qualified expenses under 529 savings plans to include postsecondary...
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IMPORTANT: Nursing Facility Payment Changes Effective September 1, 2025 

As a result of NC Medicaid's ongoing effort to resolve issues related to nursing facility payments due to delays in patient monthly liability (PML) determination,...
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2026 NCHCFA Annual Awards Nominations Now Open

Nominations are open for the 2026 NCHCFA Annual Awards through September 26, 2025. The NCHCFA Annual Awards program honors individuals who are the backbone of our facilities because...
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Trade Associate Members Spotlight: PharMerica and Quality Rehab Management (QRM) 

PharMerica is a national leader with a local touch, with more than 180 pharmacies and more than 200 hands-on clinicians nationwide. With over 30 years...
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AHCA Product of the Week 2025: Infection Preventionist Specialized Training (IPCO)

AHCA/NCAL’s Infection Preventionist Specialized Training (IPCO) is recommended for individuals responsible for infection prevention and control in all long term care settings and is specifically...
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