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April 4, 2019

Medicaid Program Underspends $234M in Funding -- $25.1M in SNF Funding

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services reported to the Joint Finance Committee that $233.9 million less than what was budgeted for the program was not spent on the Medicaid program. WHCA/WiCAL has learned that nursing facilities make up $25.1 million GPR ($55.3 million all funds) of the funding that is being lapsed back into the Medicaid program.
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Are YOU Ready? Upcoming WHCA/WiCAL PDPM Session

On Oct. 1, 2019 reimbursement for therapy in skilled nursing facilities will go through a fundamental change in how nursing facilities are paid for therapy services and the costs affecting the care of resident. Is your facility ready for that change?
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Congressional Briefing Registration is Now Open!

Join us in Washington, D.C. on June 3-4, 2019 for an invaluable opportunity to speak your mind. Congressional Briefing offers you the chance to meet with your Members of Congress face to face, network with your colleagues, get an update on what’s happening on the Hill, and hear from terrific speakers.
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Observation Status Lawsuit Update

The Center for Medicare Advocacy released a March 28, 2019, press statement titled, “Court Denies All Government Motions in Class Action Seeking Appeal Right for Medicare Beneficiaries on ‘Observation Status.’” 
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NCAL Awards Program: 2019 Nominations are Open!

Know an outstanding assisted living nurse or executive director? Last year, did your community create the best National Assisted Living Week® programming based on the "Capture the Moment" theme? Or maybe there is an unlicensed caregiver or someone in the dietary, housekeeping, or maintenance departments who goes above and beyond the call of duty? If you answered yes, then check out NCAL’s 2019 Awards Program.
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SeniorCare Waiver Given Temporary Extension

The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) received a third temporary extension from the federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for the SeniorCare waiver until April 30, 2019, as CMS finalizes its review of the application for a long-term extension.
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