Minnesota Halts New Home Care Provider Licenses Until 2027
Amidst a surge in license applications, Minnesota pauses new home and community-based provider licenses to improve oversight and safety.
Lawmakers Urge Revisions to Nursing Loan Caps
With new federal student-loan reforms in place, lawmakers express concern over their potential impact on nursing education and workforce shortages.
Bipartisan Bill Promotes Inclusion of NPs and PAs in Medicare ACOs
A new bill introduced by Senators Whitehouse and Barrasso aims to expand Medicare ACO models to include patients receiving primary care from NPs and PAs.
7% Reduction in Home Health Payment Rates Recommended for 2027
MedPAC’s draft report suggests a drastic cut to home health Medicare payment rates, stirring concerns among service providers over the sustainability and access to care.
Inbound Health Shutters Over Funding and Regulatory Issues
Inbound Health ceases operations after failing to secure funding due to regulatory hurdles around hospital-at-home services.
Home Health Community Responds to Medicare Payment Cuts
Home health providers react to Medicare’s final rule on payment cuts, with a mix of relief and concern over access to care and future reductions.
2026 Medicare Payment Cuts: Impact on Home Health Care
Home health agencies are set to face a 1.3% cut in Medicare payments for 2026, raising concerns about patient access and agency sustainability.
CMS Repeals 24-Hour RN Requirement for Nursing Facilities
CMS has withdrawn the requirement for nursing facilities to maintain a registered nurse onsite 24/7, following federal court rulings and workforce concerns.
HHS Reinstates All Laid Off Employees from Shutdown
HHS has officially reinstated all 954 employees who received layoff notices during the federal government shutdown.
HHS Layoffs and Their Impact on Rehabilitation Therapists
Major workforce reductions at HHS are creating uncertainty for rehabilitation therapists.