Learn about the final rule to reform the requirements for long-term care facilities. These requirements are the federal health and safety standards that LTCFs must meet in order to participate in the Medicare or Medicaid programs. Find out about the changes included in the final rule, implementation and survey processes, and provider training and resources.  A question and answer session will follow the presentation.

Audience

Consumer and advocacy groups, nursing home staff, surveyor community, prescribers, professional associations, and other interested stakeholders

Objectives­

• Learn about the final rule.
• Learn about the new requirements and phases.
• Be aware of your next step in implementing the final rule requirements.

Speakers

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) experts.

Register

To register or for more information, visit MLN Connects Event Registration. Space may be limited, register early.

Handouts

CMS will post the presentation at least one day in advance on the MLN Connects National Provider Calls and Events webpage.

Contact

If you have questions or concerns, contact Paulette Strader at Paulette.Strader@area-k.hcqis.org.