December 3, 2025

Important post federal shutdown guidance from CMS – Please read

CMS has released new guidance addressing survey operations following the federal government shutdown, and Wisconsin DQA has confirmed that this memo provides the direction needed to resume normal survey activity. Key updates from QSO-26-02-ALL are summarized below.
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Changes coming to the WisCaregiver CNA program – Attention Nursing Home Members

Important updates are coming to the WisCaregiver CNA program, impacting reimbursement and retention incentives for nursing homes. Here’s an overview of the changes and what to expect moving into 2026.
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From the Division of Quality Assurance (DQA) – Partnering in Assisted Living Symposium – January 21, 2026

Registration is now open for the upcoming Partnering in Assisted Living Symposium, a collaborative effort between DQA, DHS, UW–Madison, and the Associations that sponsor WCCEAL. Background and registration details are provided below.
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From the Division of Medicaid Services – Social Security Cost of Living Increases for 2026 – Why this is important information to know

As we approach the new year, CMS and Wisconsin’s Division of Medicaid Services have released the 2026 Social Security Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) updates. Key information and highlights from Operations Memo 25-21 are outlined below.
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