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10/20/2011
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n00005258
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Download special edition of Advisor
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This special edition of Advisor features inspiring stories of how LeadingAge New York members weathered Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee.
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05/23/2011
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n00005130
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Gold STAMP conferences scheduled for Binghamton, Stony Brook
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The Gold STAMP program has scheduled two additional training conferences in June 2011.
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05/19/2011
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n00005128
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NYAHSA Meets with DOH on Nursing Home Issues
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NYAHSA and DOH discuss QIS and other regulatory issues.
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05/17/2011
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n00005126
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Intelligence May 10-16
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Weekly news.
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05/17/2011
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n00005125
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NGS Education
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National Government Services has an Exciting Message for All Medicare Providers
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05/10/2011
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n00005124
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Intelligence May 3-9
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Weekly news.
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05/09/2011
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n00005123
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GAO REport
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GAO cites Survey Agencies on handking of Complaints
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05/09/2011
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n00005120
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HHATP and PCATP
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Changes to the training program timeframes and what employers are required to do -
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05/04/2011
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n00005118
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Accountable Care Organizations
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Proposed regulations and role of LTC providers
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05/03/2011
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n00005116
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Intelligence April 26 - May 2
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Weekly news.
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05/03/2011
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n00005115
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NYAHSA's Testimony on OAA Reauthorization
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NYAHSA's testimony to NYSOFA on recommendations to the Older Americans Act reauthorization.
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04/26/2011
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n00005111
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Intelligence April 19-25
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Weekly news.
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04/26/2011
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n00005110
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New Rebasing Estimate Template
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An updated template that helps nursing homes model their rebased Medicaid rate is now available to members.
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04/25/2011
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n00005109
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Updates on Various ACF and AL Issues
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DOH provides NYAHSA with updates and answers to policy questions.
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04/22/2011
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n00005108
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ACF AL Advocacy Agenda
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Conference call scheduled for 4 28 to discuss advocacy agenda.
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04/22/2011
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n00005107
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ACF AL Advocacy Toolkit
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Tools to help you develop relationships with your legislators.
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04/21/2011
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n00005104
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Accountable Care Organizations
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CMS issues proposed rule on ACOs.
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04/21/2011
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n00005103
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CDPAP Regulations
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CDPAP Regulations
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04/19/2011
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n00005101
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Intelligence April 12-18
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Weekly news.
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04/18/2011
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n00005100
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DAL: home care admissions
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Dear Administrator letter regarding home care referrals/admissions
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04/18/2011
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n00005099
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DAL: CHHA services and fair hearing rights
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Dear Administrator letter regarding CHHA services
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04/18/2011
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n00005096
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DAL: MDS Section S
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Dear Administrator Letter regarding MDS 3.0 technical corrections
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04/15/2011
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n00005090
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CMS Discusses Regulatory Issues
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CMS Discusses Regulatory Issues
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04/12/2011
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n00005089
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Intelligence April 5-11
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Weekly news.
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04/08/2011
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n00005079
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NYAHSA 2011 Budget Overview
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NYAHSA's detailed analysis provides New York State Budget information for each service line. This is an exclusive document provided to members only.
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04/07/2011
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n00005076
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CFO Council Meetings
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NYAHSA CFO Council meetings to focus on state budget and managed long term care.
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04/07/2011
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n00005075
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Western CFO Council Meeting
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CFO Council Meeting West for May 4, 2011
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04/07/2011
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n00005074
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Eastern CFO Council Meeting
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CFO Council meeting for May 3, 2011
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04/07/2011
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n00005073
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May 2011 Downstate CFO Council Meeting
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Downstate CFO Council Meeting for May 10, 2011.
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04/07/2011
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n00005068
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NYAHSA’s Freedom of Choice Act
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Senator Young introduces S.4319 NYAHSA’s Freedom of Choice Act
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04/05/2011
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n00005066
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Intelligence March 29 - April 4
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Weekly news.
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04/05/2011
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n00005063
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Rebasing Mediation FAQs
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Answers to common questions regarding the rebasing mitigation impact estimates.
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04/01/2011
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n00005061
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2011-12 Budget Impact Estimates for Nursing Homes
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Attached are facility level nursing home impact estimates of the 2011-12 State Budget
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04/01/2011
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n00005060
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Rebasing Mediation Plan Impact Estimates
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A listing of faciity-specific impact estimates of the Rebasing Mitigation Plan
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04/01/2011
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n00005059
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Rebasing Mediation Plan
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A detailed description of the plan is attached
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03/29/2011
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n00005057
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Intelligence March 22-28
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Weekly news.
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03/29/2011
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n00005056
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IMPORTANT STATE BUDGET UPDATE
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NYAHSA updates members on latest state budget developments.
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03/28/2011
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n00005055
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DOH Briefing on Managed Long Term Care
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DOH begins outreach on new Medicaid managed care initiatives.
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03/28/2011
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n00005054
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Executive’s Press Release on State Budget Agreement
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Governor Andrew M. Cuomo, Senate Majority Leader Dean Skelos and Assembly Speaker Sheldon Silver today (March 27) announced an agreement on a 2011-2012 budget that eliminates a $10 billion deficit.
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03/25/2011
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n00005053
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DAL Nursing Homes Immunization
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DAL provides instructions for submitting annual report
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03/24/2011
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n00005052
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DOH Requires Immunization Report by May 1
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DAL provides instructions for submitting annual report.
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03/22/2011
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n00005051
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Intelligence March 15-21
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Weekly news.
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03/22/2011
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n00005050
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CHRC Violation of Scanning Requirements
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Outlines background, requirements and sanctions.
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03/22/2011
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n00005049
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Comparison of State Budget Proposals
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NYAHSA provides members a comparison of state budget proposals.
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03/18/2011
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n00005044
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Changes to CHRC Employability Letters to Providers
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New criminal history record check alert.
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03/18/2011
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n00005042
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NYAHSA Proposes Changes to CCRC Regulation 140
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NYAHSA sends to the Department of Insurance recommended changes to Regulation 140 on reserve requirements and allowable investment purchases by Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs).
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03/17/2011
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n00005039
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NYAHSA Meets with DOH on Nursing Home Issues
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NYAHSA and DOH discuss QIS and other regulatory issues.
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03/17/2011
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n00005038
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Continuing Care and Housing Services Guidebook
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Descriptions, market outlook, regulatory references and key contacts for continuing care and housing services.
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03/16/2011
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n00005037
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Intelligence March 8-14
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Weekly news.
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03/14/2011
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n00005036
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Legislative priorities outlined in one-house budget bills
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Assembly and Senate release their versions of state budget bills.
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03/14/2011
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n00005034
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DOH QIS Letter
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DOH QIS response
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03/11/2011
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n00005033
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NYS DOH issues DAL regarding MDS changes effective April 1, 2011
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NYS DOH issued a DAL referencing changes to MDS sections S and Z, which are used for specialty unit reimbursement and add-ons for specific conditions.
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03/11/2011
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n00005032
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ACF and AL Budget and Advocacy Updates
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Update on ACF/AL budget and reform issues.
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03/11/2011
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n00005031
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NYS DOH issues DAL regarding MDS changes to Sections S and Z effective April 1, 2011
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NYS DOH issues DAL regarding MDS changes to Sections S and Z, effective April 1, 2011. The document includes attachments instructing on changes to jRAVEN Configuration and more.
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03/11/2011
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n00005030
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Congressional Budget Office Recommendations
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CBO releases policy options to reduce Medicare/Medicaid spending.
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03/11/2011
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n00005029
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Congressional Update
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NYAHSA update on developments in Congress.
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03/08/2011
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n00005026
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Intelligence March 1-7
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Weekly news.
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03/02/2011
|
n00005024
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Health Information Technology in NYS: What Aging Service Providers Need to Know
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NYAHSA presents “Health Information Technology in NYS: What Aging Service Providers Need to Know”
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03/01/2011
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n00005023
|
Intelligence February 22-28
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Weekly news.
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02/25/2011
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n00005021
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MRT Package
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NYAHSA provides initial analysis of Medicaid Redesign Team package.
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02/25/2011
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n00005020
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Complete Packet of 79 MRT Proposals
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Complete Packet of 79 MRT Proposals
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02/25/2011
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n00005019
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Short List of Proposal Titles
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Short List of Proposal Titles
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02/22/2011
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n00005017
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Preliminary Budget Math
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|
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Per member request, the attached shows how the proposed Medicaid reductions would be distributed by service type if they were to be applied as proportional across-the-board provider cuts.
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02/22/2011
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n00005016
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Intelligence February 15-21
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Weekly news.
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02/22/2011
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n00005015
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CMS EHR Incentive Program
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NYAHSA provides update on federal EHR incentive program.
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02/22/2011
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n00005014
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Health Homes
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Additional NYAHSA guidance on health homes.
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02/22/2011
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n00005013
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NCQA Recognition_NYAHSA.doc
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NCQA Recognition_NYAHSA.doc
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02/22/2011
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n00005012
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ACA_Health Homes Provisions_NYAHSA.doc
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ACA_Health Homes Provisions_NYAHSA.doc
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02/22/2011
|
n00005011
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HCS Coordinator Overview v1 0.pdf
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HCS Coordinator Overview v1 0.pdf
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02/18/2011
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n00005010
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Medicaid Redesign Raises Concerns
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Message to Members on Medicaid Redesign
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02/17/2011
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n00005008
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MRT Recommendations
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MRT Recommendations
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02/17/2011
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n00005007
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MRT Proposals
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NYAHSA’s detailed proposals to the Medicaid Redesign Team
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02/16/2011
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n00005006
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Intelligence February 8-14
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Weekly news.
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02/15/2011
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n00005005
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Health Homes
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NYAHSA provides members with latest developments on health homes.
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02/14/2011
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n00005004
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Assemblyman Towns appointed new HCR Commissioner
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Former HCR Commissioner Brian Lawlor appointed chief operating officer
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02/14/2011
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n00005003
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Assemblyman Towns appointed new HCR Commissioner
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Brian Lawlor appointed HCR chief operating officer
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02/13/2011
|
n00005002
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Input needed on ACF/AL architectural issues
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Input needed for advocacy on DOH architectural working group.
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02/11/2011
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n00005000
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SFY 2011-12 Executive Budget Proposal
|
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Additional analysis of 2011-12 Executive Budget proposal.
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02/10/2011
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n00004999
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Health care providers are mandated to provide palliative care information and options
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Effective Feb 9, 2011, Health care providers are mandated to provide palliative care options to patients
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02/08/2011
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n00004998
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Intelligence February 1-7
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Weekly news.
|
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02/08/2011
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n00004996
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Proposed Budget Impact Estimates
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|
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Rough provider-specific estimates demonstrating the magnitude of the proposed Medicaid cuts are now available for SNFs, CHHAs and LTHHCPs.
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02/08/2011
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n00004995
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2011 Medicare Part B Rates
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NYAHSA provides guidance on Medicare Part B rates for 2011.
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02/07/2011
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n00004994
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Vital Signs: Financial Condition of New York's Home Care System
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NYAHSA and HCA report finds 70% of home care agencies are operating in the red.
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02/03/2011
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n00004993
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2nd Annual Technology Education Day
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Join HCA and NYAHSA for a hands-on tour of the latest health care technologies during our Health Care Technology Education Day
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02/03/2011
|
n00004992
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Gold STAMP Workshop Scheduled for Long Island
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|
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Gold STAMP workshop to be held February 8, 2011 at Parker Jewish Institute in Hyde Park
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02/02/2011
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n00004991
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MedPAC Recommendations
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MedPAC recommends changes to home health reimbursement.
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02/01/2011
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n00004990
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Release of SFY 2011-12 Executive Budget Proposal
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|
Preliminary summary of 2011-12 Executive Budget proposal.
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02/01/2011
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n00004989
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HUD Launches a New Resource for Multifamily Online Systems
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HUD posts new Web page for information on Online Multifamily systems.
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02/01/2011
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n00004988
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Intelligence January 25-31
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Weekly news.
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02/01/2011
|
n00004987
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Yes, New York: Build the road to recovery – but don’t bypass the needs of the frail and elderly in the process
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|
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The numbers are all very confusing, but the reality is that a Medicaid cut of the magnitude proposed today threatens to knock the legs out from under the very reform the state seeks to accomplish.
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01/31/2011
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n00004986
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Medicaid Redesign Team
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NYAHSA shares Medicaid redesign concepts with administration.
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01/31/2011
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n00004985
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NYAHSA/HCA report on home care
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The Home Care Association of New York State (HCA) and New York Association of Homes &
Services for the Aging (NYAHSA) have issued this alarming report on the fiscal condition of
New York’s home health care community.
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01/31/2011
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n00004984
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Report: State Budget Cuts Have Imperiled NewYork’s Home Health Care Delivery System
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The Home Care Association of New York State (HCA) and New York Association of Homes &
Services for the Aging (NYAHSA) have issued an alarming report on the fiscal condition of
New York’s home health care community.
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01/31/2011
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n00004983
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NYSE-CON
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NYSE-CON clarifies procedure for viewing CON applications.
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01/31/2011
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n00004982
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Important changes to ALR residency agreement
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DOH: Modifications to ALR Residency Agreement
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01/27/2011
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n00004979
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HUD Announces Service Coordinator and Assisted Living Conversion Funding
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Notice of Funding Available (NOFA) for HUD Service Coordinator and Assisted Living Conversion funding.
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01/25/2011
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n00004971
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Intelligence January 18-24
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Weekly news.
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01/24/2011
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n00004962
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NYAHSA Call for Art 2011
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The New York Association of Homes & Services for the Aging (NYAHSA) has begun accepting entries for its 2011 Art Competition and Exhibit. All entries must be received no later than Feb. 18, 2011.
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01/24/2011
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n00004961
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NYAHSA Meets with DOH on Nursing Home Issues
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NYAHSA and DOH discuss Resident-Centered care and QIS.
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01/24/2011
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n00004959
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2011 Board of Directors Meeting Schedule
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2011 NYAHSA Board of Directors meetings/events schedule
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01/22/2011
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n00004951
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DOH Announces New ACF EQUAL Funding Program
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EQUAL application due February 18
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01/20/2011
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n00004942
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Rightsizing Demonstration Expanded
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|
NYAHSA successfully advocates for expansion of Rightsizing Demonstration.
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01/18/2011
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n00004938
|
Intelligence January 11-17
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Weekly news.
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01/18/2011
|
n00004931
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NY State Register
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State releases regulatory agenda for the first half of 2011.
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01/13/2011
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n00004926
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NYAHSA ACF/AL Cabinet Meeting Materials
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Materials for the NYAHSA ACF/AL Cabinet meeting scheduled for January 19th at Hawthorne Ridge.
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|
01/13/2011
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n00004925
|
Intelligence January 4-10
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Weekly news.
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01/12/2011
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n00004924
|
Intelligence Dec. 28-January 3
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Weekly News
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01/10/2011
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n00004919
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Letter to Congressional Delegation Regarding HEAL Grants
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NYAHSA advocates for no-cost extension of federal share of HEAL funding.
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01/10/2011
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n00004918
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Senators Patient Lifts
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Senators Patient Lifts
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01/10/2011
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n00004917
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CMS Quarterly Update to Home Health Compare
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CMS quarterly update to home health compare.
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01/10/2011
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n00004916
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Home Care Registry Advisory
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Using the HCR to verify completion of training.
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01/05/2011
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n00004908
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Reporting and tracking requirements for Influenza in nursing homes
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DOH issues health advisory on monitoring and reporting of Influenza
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01/05/2011
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n00004907
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ALR Consumer Information Guide Now Available
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DOH makes long- awaited ALR consumer guide available.
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01/04/2011
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n00004906
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DOH Issues DAL Regarding 2011 ACF Census Report
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Report due January 31.
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01/04/2011
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n00004905
|
ACF Medication Disposal Guidelines
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DOH issues DAL regarding medication disposal.
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01/04/2011
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n00004904
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Gold STAMP Workshop Scheduled for Buffalo Area
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|
The NYS Gold STAMP statewide collaborative to reduce pressure ulcers is pleased to offer a regional workshop on Friday, January 21, 2010 at The Center for Hospice and Palliative Care, 225 Como Park Boulevard, Cheektowaga, NY.
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01/03/2011
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n00004903
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2011 NYAHSA Annual Awards Program
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|
NYAHSA has started accepting nominations for its annual awards program. Nominations must be received by Feb. 4, 2011
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01/03/2011
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n00004902
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False Claims Act Self-Disclosure Guidance
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NYAHSA seeks OMIG Guidance on self-disclosure rules.
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01/03/2011
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n00004901
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CHRC Reimbursement Reduced by 1.1 Percent
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Reduction result of FMAP contingency plan.
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01/03/2011
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n00004900
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April 2009 CFO Regional Council
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April 2009 CFO Regional Council
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12/28/2010
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n00004910
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Intelligence December 21-27
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Weekly news.
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12/28/2010
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n00004896
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Federal Share of HEAL Funding Uncertain for the FFY Starting 10/1/2011
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NYAHSA is fighting to ensure HEAL grantees will receive full award.
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12/28/2010
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n00004895
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Letter to OMIG 12/23/10
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Letter to OMIG regarding "due to" reserves.
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12/27/2010
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n00004894
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EHR Incentive Registration
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CMS announces electronic health records registration starting Jan. 3, 2011
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12/21/2010
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n00004909
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Intelligence December 14-20
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Weekly news.
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12/21/2010
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n00004893
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CHHA and LTHHCP Statistical Report DAL
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2009 report due February 15, 2011.
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12/20/2010
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n00004892
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CBC and The New York State Health Foundation Panel Discussion
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No Easy Solution: Effective Medicaid Cost Control Must Focus on the Elderly and Disabled
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12/14/2010
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n00004889
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Intelligence December 7-13
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Weekly news.
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12/10/2010
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n00004887
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Price Decrease in Live Scan Fingerprinting
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Live Scan fingerprinting cost goes down.
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12/09/2010
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n00004886
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DOH Issues Annual ACF SSI COLA Letter.
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Letter outlines no COLA for residents of ACFs in 2011.
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12/08/2010
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n00004885
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NYAHSA Technology Survey (Print Version)
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Print preview version of online Technology Survey
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12/07/2010
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Intelligence November 30 - December 6
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Weekly news.
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12/03/2010
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Defining the Future of Senior Living and Services in New York State
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Final NYAHSA Vision 2020 White Paper.
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12/02/2010
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n00004881
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NYAHSA Meets with DOH on Nursing Home Issues
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NYAHSA and DOH discuss QIS, Person-Centered Care and Bed Reservation Policy.
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11/30/2010
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Intelligence November 23-29
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Weekly news.
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11/30/2010
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NYAHSA QIS Letter
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NYAHSA QIS Letter
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11/23/2010
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Intelligence November 16-22
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Weekly news.
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11/23/2010
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State Take-over of Local Medicaid Functions
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NYAHSA cabinets comment on state take-over of local Medicaid functions
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11/23/2010
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CFO Council meeting regional pricing
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CFO Council meeting regional pricing
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11/22/2010
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FDA Orders Withdrawal of Darvon and Darvocet from US Markets
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New clinical data shows significant risk.
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11/22/2010
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Westchester/White Plains Regional Gold STAMP Program Announced
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We are pleased to offer a Gold STAMP: (Success Through Assessment, Management, and Prevention) to Reduce Pressure Ulcers regional workshop on Wednesday, December 15, 2010.
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11/19/2010
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n00004872
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NYAHSA Comments to HUD on Section 202 Reform
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NYAHSA’s comments and recommendations to HUD on their legislative proposal to reform the Section 202 program.
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11/19/2010
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DEA to Look at Nurse-as-Agent Issue
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DEA Commissioner nominee to look for solutions.
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11/16/2010
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Intelligence November 9-15
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Weekly news.
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11/16/2010
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New Timeframes for Drug Dispensing
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Proposal would require 7 day supply instead of current 30 day supply.
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11/15/2010
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DOH Asks ACFs to Complete Immunization Report
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If you have not yet done so, DOH asks ACFs to complete report.
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11/09/2010
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Intelligence November 2-8
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Weekly news.
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11/09/2010
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Medicare Revenue Projection Tool
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NYAHSA has developed the Resident Rug Re-classifier (3R), a template that reclassifies residents from RUG-III to RUG-IV to aid in Medicare revenue projections.
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11/08/2010
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Federal Regulatory Update
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NYAHSA updates members on federal regulatory issues.
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11/08/2010
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Home Health PPS Rule for 2011
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CMS releases HH PPS final rule for calendar year 2011.
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11/08/2010
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Home Care Registry Advisory
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New instructions available for home health agencies entering data into HCR.
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11/08/2010
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2011 Capital Rate Sheets Available
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DOH has posted nursing home capital rate sheets to the Health Commerce System (HCS).
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11/08/2010
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More Bed Reservation Answers
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DOH has posted additional Bed Hold Q&As
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11/08/2010
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CMS Issues CY 2011 Medicare Home Health PPS Final Rule
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CMS’ final rule amounts to 4.89 percent decrease in Medicare payments.
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11/03/2010
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n00004855
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NYAHSA Cabinet Meeting Schedule
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Updated December 14, 2010: PACE/MLTC Cabinet meeting agenda.
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11/03/2010
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Intelligence October 26-November 1
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Weekly news.
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11/02/2010
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Money Follows the Person Updates
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MFP rebalancing activities in full swing.
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11/02/2010
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n00004851
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DAL Encourages all Health Care Personnel to get Vaccinated
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DOH provides tool kit for all health care facilities.
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11/01/2010
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Nursing Home Regional Pricing
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Many issues still undecided as DOH moves ahead with regional pricing
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11/01/2010
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MDS Section Q Designation of Local Contact Agencies
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MFP contacts for outreach to nursing home residents
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11/01/2010
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East Financial Managers Council Meeting
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NYAHSA presents latest update on Medicaid rates and regional pricing.
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11/01/2010
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Western Financial Managers Council Meeting
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NYAHSA presents latest update on Medicaid rates and regional pricing.
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11/01/2010
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Downstate Financial Managers Council Meeting
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NYAHSA presents latest update on Medicaid rates and regional pricing.
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10/28/2010
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NYSOFA Senior Housing and Livable Communities Resources
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NYFOFA releases Livable New York Resource Manual and Livable Community Policy Recommendations to increase development of senior housing and encourage effective zoning and planning at the local level.
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10/26/2010
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Intelligence October 19-25
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Weekly news.
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10/26/2010
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Nursing Home Medicaid Rate Discussions Continue
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NYAHSA discusses Medicaid rates, reconciliations and recoupment relief strategies with DOH.
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10/26/2010
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n00004841
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Home Care and Hospice Update
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Meeting with DOH yields various updates.
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10/25/2010
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n00004839
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MDS 3.0 Submissions
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CMS provides advice on recent MDS 3.0 assessment submission and processing problems.
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10/25/2010
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Register Now for the Gold STAMP Program Workshop
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Gold STAMP (Success Through Assessment, Management and Prevention) Regional Conferences to be held November 10 and 22nd.
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10/25/2010
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n00004837
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CMS Proposed Rule on Hospice Requirements for Long-term Care Facilities
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AAHSA issues summary of proposed rule and request for member feedback.
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10/22/2010
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DOH Issues Cold Weather Advisory
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Annual advisory issued to ACFs.
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10/21/2010
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DOH Issues Answers to Questions Regarding ALP SOI
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Clarifications regarding Assisted Living "application" opportunity.
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10/20/2010
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n00004834
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HCBS Cabinet Meeting Notes
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Highlights from the September 16, 2010 HCBS Cabinet meeting.
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10/19/2010
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Intelligence October 12-18
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Weekly news.
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10/19/2010
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Housing Cabinet Meeting Notes
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Highlights from the October 4, 2010 Housing Cabinet meeting.
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10/18/2010
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PACE/MLTC Cabinet Meeting Notes
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Highlights from the September 23, 2010 PACE/MLTC Cabinet meeting.
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10/15/2010
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Fostering Strategic Community Partnerships
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AAHSA report on "Fostering Strategic Community Partnerships."
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10/15/2010
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Positive News from ALR Task Force Meeting
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NYAHSA advocates for member concerns at Adult Care Facilities and Assisted Living Residences Task Force meeting.
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10/15/2010
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n00004829
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NYAHSA Responds to Suggested ACF Regulatory Changes
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Task force to submit recommendations for changes to regulations
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10/14/2010
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Intelligence October 5-11
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Weekly news.
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10/13/2010
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Nursing Facilities Cabinet Meeting Notes
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Highlights from the September 28, 2010 Nursing Facilities Cabinet meeting.
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10/13/2010
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Adult Care Facility/Assisted Living Cabinet Meeting Notes
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Highlights from the September 21, 2010 Adult Care Facility/Assisted Living Cabinet meeting.
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10/13/2010
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n00004824
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CCRC/Retirement Housing Cabinet Meeting Notes
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Highlights from the September 2, 2010 CCRC/Retirement Housing Cabinet meeting.
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10/12/2010
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n00004823
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Letter to CMS on FMAP Cut
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NYAHSA and other groups ask CMS to reject Medicaid state plan amendment.
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10/11/2010
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n00004821
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NYAHSA Comments to HCR's Consolidated Plan
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Comments include recommending an Office of Senior Housing, a nine precent tax credit set aside for senior housing and assistance in incorporating assitive technologies.
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10/08/2010
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n00004820
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Survey of Providers of Services to People with TBI
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DOH wants to learn more about services to develop future plan.
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10/08/2010
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n00004819
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MDS 3.0 Submissions Problems
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NYAHSA seeks input from members on MDS 3.0 submission problems.
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10/08/2010
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n00004818
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Assembly Committee on Aging Hearing on Senior Centers
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Hearing to be held in New York on October 20, 2010 to evaluate the current sources of funding for senior centers, the challenges that senior centers face across the state, the effect of the cuts and restorations of funding in the 2010 state budget, and how senior centers provide value to their communities.
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10/08/2010
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Senior Housing News - October 4, 2010
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Senior housing news for the week of October 4, 2010, including: State Housing Agencies Consolidate to Form HCR; Senate Banking Committee approves Section 202 bill; HUD issues smoke-free policy notice; 2010 Great Ideas in Aging contest...and more.
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10/06/2010
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DEA Proposes Guidance on Controlled Substances
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New rule would allow nurses more flexibility in communicating orders to the pharmacy.
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10/06/2010
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MDS Section Q
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DOH issues information on local contact agencies.
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10/06/2010
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Intelligence September 28-October 4
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Weekly news.
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10/05/2010
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n00004813
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Did You See This Month's Medicaid Update?
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Monthly publication provides important Medicaid news to members.
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10/05/2010
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n00004812
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Annual RHCF Budget Guidance for 2011
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NYAHSA provides members with critical budgeting guidance and tools.
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10/04/2010
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Tools for Estimating Rebased Rates
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Links to templates that recalculates a nursing home's Medicaid rate to reflect CMI changes.
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10/04/2010
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Census Roster Submissions Due October 15th
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Nursing homes must upload their July census roster by Friday, October 15th.
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10/01/2010
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Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program Proposed Regulations
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Proposed rule making for CDPAP.
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10/01/2010
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Home Care Registry Instructional Videos Available
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HCR videos posted to HCS.
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10/01/2010
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Revisions to Social Work Licensure Requirements
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Education Department proposes revisions to Title 8.
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10/01/2010
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Intelligence September 21-27
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Weekly news.
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09/30/2010
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n00004804
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Selecting MDS Options at Transition to MDS 3.0
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CMS has added a restriction to Option 2 that increases the risk of default payment.
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09/30/2010
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n00004803
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AGS Great Ideas in Aging Contest
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Contest to promote successful aining in the community programs. Applications due December 1, 2010.
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09/28/2010
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n00004800
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Home Care Registry Advisory
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Entering home health aides whose training programs are not listed in the HCR.
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09/27/2010
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Implementation of Consumer Directed Services under EISEP
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EISEP incorporates Consumer Directed In-Home Services.
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09/27/2010
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FMAP Contingency Cuts Update
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DOH and DOB provide additional information on how the 1.1 percent Medicaid cut will be implemented.
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09/27/2010
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CMS Issues Survey and Certification Letters
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CMS has issued three S&C letters regarding long-term care.
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09/24/2010
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NYAHSA Meets with DOH on Nursing Home Issues
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NYAHSA and DOH discuss Quality Indicators Survey and Bed Hold issues.
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09/22/2010
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n00004795
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DAL Regarding ALR Lawsuit
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DOH provides directive on ALR lawsuit.
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09/21/2010
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FMAP Contingency Cuts
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1.1% cut in Medicaid payments scheduled to begin this month.
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09/21/2010
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n00004793
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Intelligence September 14-20
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Weekly news.
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09/20/2010
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n00004792
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Introduction to the Gold STAMP Audio Conference October 4
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Introduction to the Gold STAMP (Success Through Assessment, Management, and Prevention) Program to Reduce Pressure Ulcers in New York State audio conference to be held on October 4.
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09/20/2010
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n00004791
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Revised Guidance on Advance Directives and End-of-Life Care
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AAHSA requests feedback on proposed changes to surveyor guidance.
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09/17/2010
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Opportunity to “Apply” for ALP Beds
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DOH announces second round of SOI process for ALP beds.
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09/17/2010
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n00004789
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DOH Medicaid Rates Update
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Slides from a DOH presentation on nursing home Medicaid rates and other funding issues delivered at NYAHSA's Financial Managers Conference in September, 2010.
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09/17/2010
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n00001884
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A Message From Dan Heim
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A Message From Dan Heim
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09/14/2010
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n00004788
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Intelligence September 7-13
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Weekly news.
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09/14/2010
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n00004786
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CEO Summit II agenda and registration: Bridging P
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Agenda and registration form for NYAHSA's Fall 2010 CEO Summit, part of the Vision 2020 initiative
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09/14/2010
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n00004785
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Committee materials 2010
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Committee materials 2010
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09/09/2010
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n00004783
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DOH Provides Directive to Adult Homes Regarding DAI Lawsuit Orders
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DAL outlines provider responsibilities to comply with order.
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09/08/2010
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n00004781
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Draft Preliminary NH Rates
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A copy of the DAL issued on September 8, 2010 announcing the posting of preliminary rate amounts for nursing homes. Rate lists posted as attachments.
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09/08/2010
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n00004780
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MDS 3.0 Implementation
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DOH issues guidance on changes to MDS Sections S and Z
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09/07/2010
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Intelligence August 31-September 6
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Weekly news.
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09/07/2010
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n00004778
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Nursing home cash receipts assessment amnesty
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Interest and penalties for amounts due prior to Jan 1, 2009 can be avoided by making payment by December 1, 2010
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09/07/2010
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n00004777
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Change in nursing home prescription drug reimbursement
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DOH issues DAL outlining shift to fee-for-service billing for prescription drugs
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09/07/2010
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SNF PPS Rates for FY 2011
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CMS issues SNF PPS rates for FY 2011.
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08/31/2010
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Intelligence August 24-30
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Weekly news.
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08/30/2010
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OMIG Exclusion Letter
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NYAHSA objects to new OMIG requirements on checking exclusions.
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08/26/2010
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NYAHSA Meets with DOH on Nursing Home Issues
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NYAHSA and DOH discuss Quality Indicators Survey and Bed Hold issues.
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08/26/2010
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AMDA Provides Tip Sheet for Prescribing Controlled Drugs
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AAHSA and DEA continuing to work to resolve issues related to chart orders.
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08/24/2010
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n00004773
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Intelligence August 17-23
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Weekly news.
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08/17/2010
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n00004772
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Intelligence August 10-16
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Weekly news.
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08/16/2010
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n00004761
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Introduction to the Gold STAMP Pressure Ulcers Program
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Introduction to the Gold STAMP (Success Through Assessment, Management, and Prevention) Program to Reduce Pressure Ulcers in New York State
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08/16/2010
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n00004760
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EALR Admissions Bill Passed into Law
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Governor passes important law enabling direct admissions to EALR.
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08/16/2010
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DOH Issues Press Release Announcing ALP Beds Awarded
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ALP SOI awards announced.
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08/16/2010
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n00004758
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Medicid Bed Hold Clarifications
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DOH issues further guidance on bed hold changes enacted in state budget
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08/13/2010
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n00004757
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ACF DAL Regarding Electronic Signatures for Physician Orders
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Letter provides directives regarding use of electronic signatures.
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08/10/2010
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n00004771
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Intelligence August 3-9
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Weekly news.
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08/05/2010
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n00004755
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DOH Regional Meeting for Capital District Nursing Homes
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DOH to discuss survey changes and program updates.
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08/03/2010
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n00004770
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Intelligence July 27-August 2
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Weekly news.
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08/02/2010
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n00004751
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Changes to Survey Process
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Transition to MDS 3.0 affects sample selection.
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08/02/2010
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n00004750
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ALR and Olmstead Litigation: How it May Impact You
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Outline for audio program on important legal matters.
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07/30/2010
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n00004749
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Member Input Needed on Regulatory Review
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Input needed to suggest ACF regulatory changes for task force.
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07/30/2010
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n00004748
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SED Guidance on Medication Pre-Fill Changes
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Change allows pre-fill for 15 day supply of medication.
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07/29/2010
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n00004744
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NYAHSA Poses Further Bed Hold Questions
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NYAHSA poses further questions to DOH on nursing home bed hold changes.
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07/28/2010
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n00004739
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ADO.NET Tutorial
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ADO.NET Tutorial
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07/27/2010
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n00004769
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Intelligence July 20-26
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Weekly news.
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07/26/2010
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n00004737
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Home Care and Hospice Update
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Meeting with DOH yields various updates.
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07/23/2010
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n00004736
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Agreement Reached on ALR Lawsuit
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Agreement results in nullification of several ALR regulations.
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07/23/2010
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n00004735
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NYAHSA Submits Questions Regarding HEAL NY 20 RGA
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Questions submitted to DOH regarding HEAL grant funding opportunity.
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07/23/2010
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n00004734
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NYAHSA Meets with DOH on Nursing Home Issues
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NYAHSA and DOH discuss Quality Indicators Survey, Bed Hold, and Immediate Jeopardy issues.
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07/21/2010
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n00004732
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HEAL NY 20 Grant Funding
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Make Your Application Stand Out!
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07/21/2010
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n00004728
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Bed Hold Changes – Important New Instructions
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DOH issues guidance on recently enacted changes to Medicaid bed hold policies.
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07/20/2010
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n00004768
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Intelligence July 13-19
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Weekly news.
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07/20/2010
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n00004720
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DHCR's Draft 2011-2015 Consolidated Plan
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DHCR's Draft 2011-2015 Consolidated Plan that includes HOME and CDBG funding.
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07/19/2010
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n00004717
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ACF DAL Regarding Do Not Refer List
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Changes made to Do Not Refer List notification of updates.
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07/19/2010
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n00004711
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Quality Indicators Survey
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DOH provides teleconference slides.
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07/16/2010
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n00004702
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HUD Handbook Chapter Six Revisions
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HUD posts HUD Handbook Chapter Six revisions effective August 1, 2010.
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07/15/2010
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n00004700
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CMS Proposes Reductions in Civil Money Penalties
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AAHSA requests input on proposal to reduce fines.
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07/15/2010
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n00004699
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National Home Health POE Advisory Meeting
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NYAHSA participates in national home health provider outreach and advisory group meeting.
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07/15/2010
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n00004698
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NYAHSA CCRC Legislative Proposal Paper
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NYAHSA CCRC Legislative Proposal Paper
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07/14/2010
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n00004697
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HEAL 17 Information Technology Funding
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DOH releases request for grant applications for HIT funding.
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07/13/2010
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n00004767
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Intelligence - July 6-12
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Weekly news.
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07/13/2010
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n00004695
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Audioconference: DOH Critical Update -- What You Need to Know NOW
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Audioconference: DOH Critical Update -- What You Need to Know NOW
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07/13/2010
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n00004692
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Summary of Final 2010-11 Executive Budget
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Detailed summary of final 2010-11 state budget.
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07/13/2010
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n00004691
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DOH Sponsors Teleconference on Quality Indicators Survey
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Informational conference on rollout of QIS set for Monday July 19th.
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07/12/2010
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n00004690
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DOH Issues Hot Weather Advisory for ACFs
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Recommendations on how to ensure resident safety during hot weather.
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07/12/2010
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n00004689
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Revised DAL regarding ACF Financial Report
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Revisions assist operators in locating the data application.
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07/12/2010
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n00004688
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Update on ALR Lawsuit and Task Force
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Important developments regarding the ALR.
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07/09/2010
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n00004687
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New Medicare Part B Rates Available
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Rate calculation tool now available for updated Medicare Part B rates.
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07/08/2010
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n00004686
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New CMS Administrator
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President appoints Dr. Donald Berwick as CMS administrator.
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07/07/2010
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n00004685
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DEA Seeks Input on Dispensing of Controlled Substances
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Agency seeks to analyze impact of rules on long-term care facilities.
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07/07/2010
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n00004684
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ALR Resident Care Aide Suggested Curriculum
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DOH provides recommended curriculum for training ALR aides.
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07/04/2010
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n00004683
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CMS To Review PECOS Enrollment Process
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Medicare Working with Ordering and Referring Providers and Suppliers to Streamline Enrollment Process.
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07/02/2010
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n00004682
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New Home Care Registry Functionality Alert
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DOH issues alert to aide training programs.
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07/02/2010
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n00004681
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Regional CFO Council Meetings
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NYAHSA Regional CFO Council meetings to focus on data consortium.
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06/30/2010
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n00004678
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West July2010
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West July2010
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06/30/2010
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n00004677
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EastJune2010
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EastJune2010
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06/30/2010
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n00004676
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DownstateJune2010
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DownstateJune2010
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06/30/2010
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n00004675
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National MDS Train-the-Trainer Conference
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Time sensitive information – registration period now open.
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06/28/2010
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n00004672
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CCRC Life Care at Home White Paper
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The advantages of a Life Care at Home model for NY CCRCs.
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06/28/2010
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n00004671
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Register for MDS 3.0 training!
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Online and in-person training will prepare you for the Oct. 1 implementation of MDS 3.0!
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06/25/2010
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n00004670
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ACF Financial Report
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ACF financial report and DAL posted on HCS.
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06/25/2010
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n00004669
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Correction to Medicare Part B Rates
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|
Our advocacy succeeds as Congress acts to increase Medicare Part B rates by 2.2 percent.
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06/24/2010
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n00004668
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Oppose A.11231 (Gottfried) - S.7844-A (Kruger)
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NYAHSA Memo of Opposition for senior housing bill A.11231 (Gottfried) - S.7844-A (Kruger)
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06/24/2010
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n00004667
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NYAHSA Meets with DOH on Nursing Home Issues
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NYAHSA and DOH discuss Quality Indicators Survey, PASRR, and Immediate Jeopardy issues.
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06/22/2010
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n00004665
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LTHHCP Expenditure Cap
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DOH issues LTHHCP expenditure cap amounts, effective immediately.
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06/21/2010
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n00004663
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PECOS Compliance
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Clarification needed on critical CMS PECOS compliance dates.
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06/18/2010
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n00004653
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Home Care Registry Information Posted on HCS
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|
New information regarding the home care registry.
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06/18/2010
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n00004652
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Empowering Communities for Successful Aging Conference
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A NYAHSA co-sponsored conference to help communities become elder friendly and more livable for persons of all ages to be held July 27-28 in Albany, and August 16-17 in Batavia.
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06/17/2010
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n00004650
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DOH Requests Input On FHCDA Checklists
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Checklists related to MOLST to be finalized by July 1, 2010.
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06/16/2010
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n00004649
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SNF PPS RUG-IV National Provider Call
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Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Prospective Payment System (PPS) Resource Utilization Group-Version 4 (RUG-IV)
National Provider Call with Question & Answer Session
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06/16/2010
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n00004648
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DOH Issues Alert Regarding Home Care Registry
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Alert affects all home care agencies, including ALP LHCSAs.
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06/16/2010
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n00004647
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DOH Approves New MOLST Form
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Simplified form aligns with Family Health Care Decisions Act.
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06/15/2010
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n00004646
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Trend Factor Cut Impact Estimates
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|
Impact estimates of the recently enacted trend factor cut for nursing homes and home care agencies/programs are now available.
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06/14/2010
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n00001881
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NYAHSA 2010 Art Competition and Exhibit - A video presentation
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A video presentation of the artwork for the NYAHSA 2010 Art Competition and Exhibit, featuring 70 works of art chosen from hundreds submitted by members’ residents, registrants, staff and volunteers.
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06/08/2010
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n00004639
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NYAHSA Cabinets need you!
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|
New governance structure approved; Cabinet members sought
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06/04/2010
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n00004637
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Family Health Care Decisions Act
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|
Revisions made to policies affecting minors.
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06/02/2010
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n00004636
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DOH Issues Guidance on Family Health Care Decision Act
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Letter outlines responsibilities of nursing homes under new law.
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06/01/2010
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n00004633
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DOH Meeting May 2010
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NYAHSA and DOH discuss the IDR process, survey issues, the Quality Indicator Survey and more.
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06/01/2010
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n00004631
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DOH Issues SOI for Pressure Ulcer Improvement Projects in NYS
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DOH Issues SOI for Study of QI of Pressure Ulcer Prevention in Nursing Homes
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05/28/2010
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n00004630
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DOH Redesigns HPN
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HPN redesign
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05/28/2010
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n00004629
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Phase 2 of HCS Transition
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|
DOH Updates to HPN
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05/28/2010
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n00004626
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ACF and Assisted Living Advocacy Day Pushes Proactive Advocacy Agenda
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|
|
NYAHSA already seeing success from advocacy event.
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|
05/28/2010
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n00004625
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MDS 3.0 Update
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|
CMS releases important updates to the MDS 3.0 training manual.
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|
05/28/2010
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n00004622
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Update on Medicare Part B Claims
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|
CMS issues guidance on Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (Part B claims) effective June 1, 2010
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|
05/25/2010
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n00004621
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Web site walls are down!
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|
When you visit www.nyahsa.org beginning today, you’ll see a whole new side of NYAHSA. Our technical staff has put together a fresh new home page and built in an abundance of new features.
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05/24/2010
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n00004619
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Medicaid Eligibility Determinations
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NYAHSA releases data on Medicaid eligibility survey
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|
05/24/2010
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n00004618
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CMS SNF Open Door Forum
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|
SNF Open Door Forum scheduled for June 3.
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05/21/2010
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n00004617
|
Intelligence March 23-29 2010
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Weekly news.
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05/21/2010
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n00004616
|
Intelligence March 16-22 2010
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Weekly news.
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05/20/2010
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n00004615
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DOH Posts Updated List of HHATPs
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DOH posts list of home health aide training programs.
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05/19/2010
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n00004614
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Amanda's Law audio conference registration
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|
Register now for the June 3 audio conference on Amanda's Law.
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05/19/2010
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n00004610
|
2010 NYAHSA Annual Membership Meeting Materials
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|
Materials for the 2010 NYAHSA Annual Memberhship Meeting.
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05/19/2010
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n00004609
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Spring Institute Handout Instructions
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Spring Institute Handout Instructions
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05/17/2010
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n00004583
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Amanda’s Law: What does it mean to your organization? A NYAHSA Audio Conference on Thursday 6/3.
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|
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|
NYAHSA will present a one-hour audio conference on June 3, 2010 from 10:00-11:00AM, highlighting what senior providers need to know about Amanda’s Law, which became effective as of February 22, 2010.
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05/17/2010
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n00004582
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NYAHSA's FutureVision: Blueprint for Success
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A future vision for senior living and services
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05/17/2010
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n00004573
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Save the Date: CMS 2010 ICD-10/5010 National Provider Conference Call
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|
|
Free teleconference to be held on June 15.
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05/17/2010
|
n00004572
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CMS Home Health, Hospice & DME Open Door Forum
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|
Open Door Forum scheduled for May 26.
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|
05/17/2010
|
n00004571
|
Home Health Consolidated Billing
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|
|
CMS implementing changes to HH consolidated billing.
|
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05/17/2010
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n00004570
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New Medicare Claims Filing Timeframe
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|
|
CMS implements new 12-month claim filing deadline.
|
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05/14/2010
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n00004569
|
Register Now for ACF HCS Training!
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|
Registration and details regarding important trainings.
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|
05/12/2010
|
n00004547
|
Change in Filing of Medicare Claims for Home Health
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|
Medicare FFS claims must be submitted within one calendar year after the date of service.
|
|
05/12/2010
|
N00004546
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Change in Filing of Medicare Claims for Home Health
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|
Submission of all Medicare FFS claims must be one calendar year after the date of service.
|
|
05/10/2010
|
n00004544
|
Medicaid Managed Care Requirements
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|
|
DOH is working on tweaking some requirements for Medicaid Managed Care organizations to fully comply with federal review findings.
|
|
05/10/2010
|
n00004543
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Proposed Rule Eliminates Reimbursement to Certain County-run Home Health Agencies
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|
|
DOH seeks to achieve savings by eliminating reimbursement for certain CHHAs.
|
|
05/10/2010
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n00004542
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NYAHSA Participates in Medicaid HIT/HIE Stakeholder Meeting
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|
|
Meeting conducted to discuss Medicaid HIT incentive funds.
|
|
05/07/2010
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n00004541
|
CEO Summit Group Reports by Topic
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|
Consolidated workgroup reports
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|
05/07/2010
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n00004540
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ACF DAL Posted Regarding Pharmacy and Co-Pay Issues
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|
|
Letter provides clarifications regarding pharmacy and co-payment issues.
|
|
05/07/2010
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n00004539
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NYAHSA collaborates on Family Health Care Decisions Act audio conference
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|
|
Attorney Tracy Miller will discuss the FHCDA and its June 1 implementation.
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|
05/07/2010
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n00004538
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Family Health Care Decisions Act
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|
FHCDA Educational Material
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|
05/07/2010
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n00004537
|
Nursing Home Medicaid Rates
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|
DOH has updated the re-based 4/1/09 Medicaid rates and has shared their analysis of aggregate impacts.
|
|
05/07/2010
|
n00004536
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NYAHSA Advisor March/April 2010
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|
|
NYAHSA member news, CEO Summit roundup and more.
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05/07/2010
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n00004535
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CCTVs Available to Assist Visually Impaired Seniors
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|
|
Applications are now being accepted for CCTVs available to assist visually impaired seniors.
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|
05/07/2010
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n00004534
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Reports From CEO Summit Groups
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|
|
Notes from breakgroup group discussions.
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|
05/06/2010
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n00004532
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EnAbLE Q&As Posted, Deadline Extended to May 12
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|
|
DOH provides clarifications on RFA questions and extends application deadline.
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|
05/06/2010
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n00004531
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Comments on RHCF Bed Need Methodology
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|
NYAHSA's comments on changes to the RHCF bed need methodology regulations.
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|
05/04/2010
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n00004529
|
Assisted Living Program "SOI" Questions and Answers
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|
|
Long-awaited Q&As regarding the ALP solicitation of interest now available.
|
|
05/03/2010
|
n00004528
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2008 and 2009 Home Health PPS PC Pricers
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2008 and 2009 Home Health PPS PC Pricers
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05/03/2010
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n00004527
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OMIG Provides Additional Guidance on TPL
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|
|
Training for home health providers scheduled for October.
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|
05/03/2010
|
n00004526
|
Appeals and Legal Challenges to Medicaid Rebasing Rates
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|
|
|
Information and reminders on appeals to 2009-10 nursing home Medicaid rates.
|
|
05/03/2010
|
n00004525
|
LHCSA Moratorium to be Lifted
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|
|
|
DOH plans to lift LHCSA moratorium July 2010.
|
|
04/30/2010
|
n00004524
|
NYAHSA Gives DOH Ideas for HEAL NY Funding
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|
|
|
Members are encouraged to suggest innovative ideas for funding.
|
|
04/30/2010
|
n00004523
|
Important Details for ACF/Assisted Living Advocacy Day
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|
|
|
Register now for important advocacy event
|
|
04/30/2010
|
n00004522
|
2010 Adult Care Facility and Assisted Living Advocacy Day
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|
|
Register Now!
|
|
04/30/2010
|
n00004521
|
NYAHSA’s CEO Summit: Business Model Innovation
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|
|
Jeff DeCagna’s slides on business model innovation
|
|
04/30/2010
|
n00004520
|
NYAHSA’s CEO Summit: Creating a New Future
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|
|
Nancy Rehkamp’s slides on creating the new future of long term care
|
|
04/30/2010
|
n00004519
|
NYAHSA’s CEO Summit: Data as a Competitive Edge
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|
|
|
Richard Hamilton’s slides on using data as strategy
|
|
04/30/2010
|
n00004518
|
NYAHSA’s CEO Summit: Setting the Context – Today’s Realities
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|
|
|
Nancy Rehkamp’s slides on setting the context, a summary of critical issues facing the long term care field
|
|
04/30/2010
|
n00004517
|
NYAHSA’s CEO Summit: Health Care Reform
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|
|
|
Nancy Rehkamp’s slides on health care reform and its implications for long term care
|
|
04/30/2010
|
n00004516
|
Federal Automatic Sprinkler Requirements and Important Deadline
|
|
|
|
Member input needed on financing for nursing home sprinkler requirement.
|
|
04/29/2010
|
n00004514
|
Life Safety Code
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|
|
|
AAHSA provides electronic access to NFPA Life Safety Codes.
|
|
04/29/2010
|
n00004513
|
Transferring Patients from Acute Care to Nursing Homes
|
|
|
|
Medical Directors Association releases guidance on transfers.
|
|
04/29/2010
|
n00004512
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Healthcare Reform
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|
|
|
CMS asks nursing homes for feedback.
|
|
04/28/2010
|
n00004511
|
Are You Up-to-Date on Your Medicaid Update?
|
|
|
|
April Medicaid newsletter provides updates on issues of interest to members.
|
|
04/28/2010
|
n00001877
|
Teleconference with the experts: The View from the ALP.
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|
|
|
Audio recording of 4/23 Teleconference in MP3 format for streaming and download.
|
|
04/27/2010
|
n00004508
|
Nurse-aide Training Program Ban
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|
|
|
CMS to waive ban on nurse-aide training program in some civil monetary penalty cases.
|
|
04/26/2010
|
n00004507
|
Overview of Quarterly Meeting With DOH
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|
|
|
Updates of ACF and assisted living issues.
|
|
04/26/2010
|
n00004506
|
DOH Resumes Home Care Reimbursement Workgroup Meetings
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|
|
|
Workgroup discusses effects on patients and agencies under revised EPS model.
|
|
04/26/2010
|
n00004505
|
Dear Colleague Letter Re Section 202 and Section 811 Programs
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|
|
|
Schumer and Gillibrand lead in Section 202 advocacy.
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|
04/26/2010
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n00004504
|
April 2010 CMS Open Door Forum
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|
|
April 2010 CMS Open Door Forum
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|
04/26/2010
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n00001876
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NYAHSA's CEO Summit Audio Presentation: Creating a New Future
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|
|
|
Creating a New Future: Nancy Rehkamp's session as an audio presentation from CEO Summit in MP3 format for streaming and download.
|
|
04/23/2010
|
n00004503
|
Good News on OMIG Bed Hold Audits!
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|
|
|
OMIG may be moving towards withdrawing bed hold audit findings.
|
|
04/22/2010
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n00004502
|
NYAHSA Meets with DOH on Nursing Home Issues
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|
|
NYAHSA and DOH discuss the Nursing Care Quality Improvement Act, Person- Centered Care, and the Quality Indicators Survey
|
|
04/22/2010
|
n00004501
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Are You Up-to-Date on Your Medicaid Update?
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|
|
April Special Edition Medicaid newsletter provides information on electronic prescribing.
|
|
04/21/2010
|
n00004500
|
2009-10 Trend Factor Update
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|
|
Negative banking adjustment for CHHAs and Personal Care programs.
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|
04/19/2010
|
n00004498
|
DOH Quarterly Meeting Summary
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|
|
|
Important regulatory updates for home health providers.
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|
04/16/2010
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n00004496
|
Materials for April 23 ALP Teleconference
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|
|
|
Don't miss this exceptional members-only program.
|
|
04/16/2010
|
n00004495
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Court Ruling Removes Charitable Purposes Property Tax Exemption
|
|
|
|
The Appellate Division of the Supreme Court ruling removes the charitable purposes property tax exemption for the Lake Forest Senior Living Community.
|
|
04/16/2010
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n00004494
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Nursing Home Work Group Meeting
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|
|
|
DOH updates the Nursing Home Reimbursement Work Group on rebasing, trend factor cuts and the quality pool proposal
|
|
04/16/2010
|
n00004493
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Medicare Part B Rates
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|
|
|
Congress enacts additional delay to 21.2 % cut in Medicare Part B payments.
|
|
04/15/2010
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n00004492
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Presentations From NYAHSA Vision 2020: CEO Summit
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Presentations From NYAHSA Vision 2020: CEO Summit
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|
04/15/2010
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n00004491
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Audio Seminar with the Experts: The View from the ALP
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|
|
|
Call in information for April 23rd audioconference.
|
|
04/15/2010
|
n00004490
|
AAHSA Meets with HUD on Section 202 Reform
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|
|
|
AAHSA provides HUD with responses on reform to the Section 202 program.
|
|
04/15/2010
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n00004489
|
NYAHSA Nomination Form - Employee Of Distinction Award 2010
|
|
|
|
Nominations are being sought for NYAHSA’s 2010 Employee of Distinction Award to recognize the extraordinary dedication of front-line staff.
|
|
04/15/2010
|
n00004488
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CHRC Program Temporarily Suspends Services
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|
|
CHRC processing delays due to hiring of census workers.
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|
04/13/2010
|
n00004465
|
2010 NYAHSA PAC Golf Tournament - Spring Institute
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|
|
Come out for a day of networking, refreshments and, of course, golf at the beautiful Saratoga Springs Spa Park and support the NYAHSA PAC! New this year is an opportunity for even the nongolfer to join in on the fun. Come out, support the NYAHSA PAC and enjoy a great day of golf at the Saratoga Springs Spa Park with colleagues and friends!
|
|
04/13/2010
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n00004464
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CMS Temporarily Extends TPL Demonstration Program
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|
|
|
CMS extends TPL through September 2010.
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|
04/12/2010
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n00004463
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Nursing Home Cost Report Software
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|
|
|
DOH has posted the 2009 nursing home cost report software and accompanying DALs on the Health Provider Network (HPN)
|
|
04/12/2010
|
n00004462
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Census Roster Submission Reminder
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|
|
Nursing Homes must upload census rosters by Friday, April 16th
|
|
04/12/2010
|
n00004460
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Draft Guidance Issued on Feeding Tubes
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|
|
|
AAHSA requests input on proposed guidance changes.
|
|
04/12/2010
|
n00004459
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Home Health Provisions in Health Care Reform Bill
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|
|
|
Impacts include rural add on and MBI increase.
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|
04/09/2010
|
n00004458
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Employer Provisions in Health Care Reform Act
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|
|
Summary provides information that directly affects employers.
|
|
04/09/2010
|
n00004457
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NYAHSA Staffer Appointed to Committee of National Alliance of Wound Care
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|
NYAHSA Staffer Appointed to Committee of National Alliance of Wound Care
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04/09/2010
|
n00004456
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CMS Home Health, Hospice & DME Open Door Forum Agenda
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|
|
|
Open Door Forum scheduled for Wednesday, April 14, 2010
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|
04/08/2010
|
n00004454
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Adult Care Facilities Reminded to Submit Immunization Report by May 1.
|
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ABSTRACT: Report available on the HPN.
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04/08/2010
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n00003488
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Scheduled maintenance of all NYAHSA Web sites
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Scheduled maintenance of all NYAHSA Web sites on Saturday, April 10 from 9:00am to 12:00pm EST.
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04/08/2010
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n00001874
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Are you missing the bus? NYAHSA’s CEO Summit: Come. LEARN. Thrive.
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If it’s a long way from survive to thrive, you don’t want to miss the bus.
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04/06/2010
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n00004453
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Nursing Home Cost Report Update
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RHCF Cost Report software to be posted shortly
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04/05/2010
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n00004452
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2010-11 State Budget “Scorecard”
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2010-11 State Budget “Scorecard”
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04/05/2010
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n00004451
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Wandering Behavior Management
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Wandering Behavior Management
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04/05/2010
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n00004450
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AAHSA Responds to HUD Questions on Section 202 Reform
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AAHSA responds to the “pros” and “cons” to a series of HUD questions on reform to the Section 202 program for the elderly.
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04/05/2010
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n00004449
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Nursing Home Cash Receipts Assessment
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Nursing homes must notify private-pay residents in advance if they intend to pass through the proposed increase in the cash receipt assessment
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04/05/2010
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n00004448
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CMS Extends LTHHCP
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CMS extends LTHHCP waiver though June 29.
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04/05/2010
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n00004447
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Home Care Reimbursement Workgroup Meeting Continues
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Home care reimbursement workgroup to meet on April 22.
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04/02/2010
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n00004446
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Are You Up-to-Date on Your Medicaid Update?
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March Medicaid newsletters provide updates on issues of interest to members.
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04/02/2010
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n00004445
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Carbon Monoxide Detectors in Nursing Homes
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DOH issues information on Amanda’s Law.
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04/02/2010
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n00004444
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Medicare LI-NET Replaces Fox Insurance Company of New York
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Fox Insurance Company of New York members now enrolled in Medicare LI-NET program.
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04/01/2010
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n00004443
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Upcoming Home Care Registry Training Opportunities
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Monthly HCR webinar training.
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04/01/2010
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n00004442
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Disposal of Pharmaceutical Waste
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Assembly sponsors forum in Chenango County on April 15, 2010.
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04/01/2010
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n00004441
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HPN Coodinator Webconference Training
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DOH, in conjunction with long-term care provider associations, will conduct two-hour educational Webconferences for all Health Provider Network Coordinators and their role and responsibilities in the Communications Directory.
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04/01/2010
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n00004440
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Medicaid Eligibility Determinations
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URGENT DATA REQUEST – RESPONSE DUE BY April 16TH!
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04/01/2010
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n00001873
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NYAHSA’s CEO Summit: Come. LEARN. Thrive.
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What does the new health care legislation mean for providers? Come and learn. Join CEOs and leaders from across NYAHSA’s membership at the CEO Summit, April 19-20.
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03/31/2010
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n00004423
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Upcoming Medicare Part A & Part B Education
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NGS to host educational conference on Medicare Part A and Part B.
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03/31/2010
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n00004422
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Nursing Home Emergency Preparedness Training
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Free training will focus on the role of the HPN Coordinator.
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03/30/2010
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n00004420
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HUD Section 202 Issue Forum Conference Call Scheduled
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A NYAHSA issue forum conference call is scheduled for April 7 to discuss Section 202 issues prior to the Housing Professionals conference.
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03/29/2010
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n00004413
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NYAHSA's TechKnowledge Newsletter for March 2010
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Info on Tech Demo Day, technology in the new health care legislation and other news.
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03/29/2010
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n00004412
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Nursing Home Census Roster Submission
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Nursing homes must upload their January census roster to DOH between April 5th and 16th
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03/29/2010
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n00004409
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Organizational Changes at DOH
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Office of Long Term Care to reorganize.
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03/29/2010
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n00004407
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Medicare Part B Rates and Therapy Caps
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Congress extends therapy caps exceptions process, but leaves Part B rate issue unresolved.
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03/29/2010
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n00004406
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HUD Section 202 Reform Options
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HUD is asking for feedback from “stakeholders” on a variety of Section 202 reform options.
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03/29/2010
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n00004405
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Co-location: Section 202 and PACE Tour Scheduled
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NYAHSA is coordinating a tour of Loretto PACE that is co-located next to Section 202 property Malta House on Monday, April 26.
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03/29/2010
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n00004404
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Assembly Rejects CHHA EPS Proposal; Imposes Cuts to Home Care
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NYAHSA advocacy successful as Assembly rejects CHHA EPS proposal.
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03/26/2010
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n00004403
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Census Roster Submission Call on March 26 at 11:30 AM
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NYAHSA and DOH staff to address nursing home census roster questions
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03/25/2010
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n00004402
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NYAHSA Meets with DOH on Nursing Home Issues
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NYAHSA and DOH discuss Emergency Preparedness, and Nursing Care Quality Improvement Act.
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03/25/2010
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n00004401
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DOH Schedules Teleconference for ALP Solicitation of Interest Process
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Educational opportunity scheduled for April 1.
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03/25/2010
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n00001872
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NYAHSA’s CEO Summit: Come. Think. Thrive.
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Don’t be the missing piece. Join CEOs and leaders from across NYAHSA’s membership at the CEO Summit, April 19-20.
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03/24/2010
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n00004400
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President Obama Signs Health Reform Bill into Law
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Summary of reforms that impact our members and the people they serve.
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03/24/2010
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n00004399
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NYAHSA to offer OASIS-C Training
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Audio seminar on OASIS-C and medication management strategies.
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03/23/2010
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n00004398
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RUG-IV Implementation Date in Question
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Health care bill may impact on implementation.
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03/22/2010
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n00004397
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Rebased Medicaid Rates
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Nursing home Medicaid rate update
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03/22/2010
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n00004383
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Section 202 Advocacy Campaign
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NYAHSA is asking members to join in on a grass-roots advocacy effort to restore Section 202 funding.
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03/22/2010
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n00004382
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Solicitation of Interest for ALP Beds Due May 14
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Long awaited ALP application process announced.
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03/22/2010
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n00004381
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DOH Surveys Nursing Home and Home Care Organizations
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DOH conducts H1N1 vaccine inventory survey.
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03/22/2010
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n00004380
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NYAHSA Briefed on Uniform Assessment Tool
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interRAI assessment tool to be piloted in the ALP, ADHC and personal care.
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03/19/2010
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n00004375
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Member Satisfaction Survey 2009 -- Final Report
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Overall satisfaction rate of 93 percent prompts NYAHSA to implement changes, aiming for 100 percent satisfaction rate.
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03/19/2010
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n00001871
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Come. Think. Thrive. The NYAHSA Vision 2020 CEO Summit
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Join leaders from across NYAHSA’s membership In creating the future of senior living and services at the CEO Summit . April 19-20 . La Guardia Marriott
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03/18/2010
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n00004374
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White paper on NYAHSA's Vision 2020 CEO Summit
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Will NYAHSA’s members navigate the future by looking in the rear-view mirror or will we create our own future? Not-for-profit care providers need to make changes now to meet the needs of the emerging economic and demographic tomorrow.
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03/17/2010
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n00004373
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Family Health Care Decisions Act
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Individuals will be able to make decisions for those lacking capacity.
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03/15/2010
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n00004372
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DOH Publishes LTHHCP Consumer Information Booklet
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LDSS’ required to distribute consumer information booklet to all individuals seeking nursing home placement.
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03/15/2010
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n00004371
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Medicaid Payments Release to be Delayed
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DOH implementing 1-day delay in Medicaid payment.
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03/15/2010
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n00004370
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HPN Training Program Survey Removal
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DOH removes training program survey for HHATPs and PCATPs.
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03/12/2010
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n00004369
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Amanda’s Law Update
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NYAHSA seeking clarifications; DAL issued regarding carbon monoxide detectors.
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03/12/2010
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n00004368
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OASIS-C Resources Available on EQUIP’s Community Web site.
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OASIS-C Resources Available on EQUIP’s Community Web site.
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03/12/2010
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n00004367
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Press Release Regarding Avoidable/Unavoidable Conference Issued by NPUAP
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NPUAP issues press release related to avoidable/unavoidable consensus conference.
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03/12/2010
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n00004366
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AAHSA Members Offered Discount on NPUAP Guidelines
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The NPUAP has increased the discount provided to its Collaborating Organizations Councils (COCs) for purchases of the Clinical Practice Guidelines.
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03/11/2010
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n00004365
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Daylight Saving Time
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DST begins Sunday, March 14th.
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03/10/2010
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n00001870
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CEO Summit: Come. Think. Thrive.
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A Video Message from NYAHSA regarding the upcoming CEO Summit conference in support of the Vision 2020 initiative.
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03/08/2010
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n00004361
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Action Alert Issued to Protect Section 202 Development Funding
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NYAHSA has issued an Action Alert for our members to contact their Congressional representatives to restore Section 202 development funding.
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03/08/2010
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n00004360
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Summary of State Medicaid Audit Integrity Act
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NYAHSA Pushes for Legislation
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03/08/2010
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n00004359
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DAL Issued Regarding LTHHCP Census Report
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DOH activates 2009 LTHHCP Census Report on HPN.
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03/08/2010
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n00004358
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Important Reminder for Medicare Providers
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Medicare providers should ensure they can access new PS&R Reports.
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03/08/2010
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n00004357
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EnAbLE request for applications issued.
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EnAbLE applications due May 5.
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03/08/2010
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n00004356
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Technology Event Great Success
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Legislators and policy makers learn about the importance of health care technology.
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03/07/2010
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n00004355
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Medicare Part B and Therapy Caps Exceptions Process
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Congress acts on Medicare Part B and therapy caps relief.
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03/05/2010
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n00004354
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Invitation, agenda, other details of CEO Summit
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Join leaders from across NYAHSA’s membership
In creating the future of senior living and services at the
CEO Summit . April 19-20 . La Guardia Marriott
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03/04/2010
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n00004353
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Therapy Caps Exceptions Process
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CMS issues additional clarification on the extension of the therapy caps exceptions process.
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03/03/2010
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n00004352
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Important Message from CMS on Medicare Part B and Therapy Caps
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CMS announces temporary correction to Medicare Part B rates and the therapy caps exception process.
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03/03/2010
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n00004351
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NPUAP Meeting and Avoidable/Unavoidable Conference Attended by NYAHSA Staffer
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NYAHSA staffer represents AAHSA at NPUAP activities in Baltimore, MD.
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03/03/2010
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n00004350
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NYAHSA 2009 Member Satisfaction Survey Final Report
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NYAHSA issues 2009 Member Satisfaction Survey final report.
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03/02/2010
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n00004342
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Medicare Part B Rate Reduction and Therapy Caps
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Medicare Part B rate cut suspended.
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03/01/2010
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n00004419
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Spring Institute Brochure
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|
Trade show and educational programming for all long-term care professionals inclusive of housing, community service and residential care providers.
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03/01/2010
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n00004341
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Are You Up-to-Date on Your Medicaid Update?
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January and February Medicaid newsletters provide updates on issues of interest to members.
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03/01/2010
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n00004340
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Changes to Care at Home I/II Medicaid Waiver Program
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Palliative care services added to Care at Home I/II Program.
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03/01/2010
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n00004339
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Save the Dates - Regional CFO Council Meetings
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NYAHSA presenting series of Regional CFO Council Meetings.
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03/01/2010
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n00004338
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Agencies Contracted for MFP Identification and Outreach to Nursing Home Residents
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DOH names contractors to implement outreach to nursing home residents.
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02/26/2010
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n00004337
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Nursing Home Medicaid Rates
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NYAHSA continues its advocacy on Medicaid rate issues
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02/26/2010
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n00004334
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Retroactive Rate Reduction for ALPs
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Explanation of unique aspects of 2009 ALP Medicaid rates.
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02/26/2010
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n00004333
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NYAHSA TechKnowledge February 2010
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Monthly TechKnowledge publication features TeleHealth Demonstration Day and AAHSA roundup
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02/25/2010
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n00004332
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Update on Money Follows the Person Initiative
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DOH and CMS revise MFP benchmarks.
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02/25/2010
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n00004331
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NYAHSA Meets with DOH on Nursing Home Issues
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NYAHSA and DOH discuss survey issues, disposal of pharmaceutical waste.
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02/24/2010
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n00004330
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NYAHSA Advisor Jan/Feb 2010
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NYAHSA Advisor Jan/Feb 2010
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02/24/2010
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n00004329
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NYAHSA applauds Senate passage of Family HEalth Care Decision Act
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The Senate today passed the Family Health Care Decision Act, which establishes procedures to let family members and other loved ones to make medical treatment decisions on a patient or resident’s behalf when he/she is unable to make those decisions.
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02/23/2010
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n00004328
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 23, 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 23, 2010
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02/22/2010
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n00004327
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 22, 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 22, 2010
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02/19/2010
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n00004326
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 19 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 19 2010
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02/19/2010
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n00004325
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CMS Offers Teleconference on Electronic Health Record Incentive Program
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Teleconference to be held on February 23, 2010.
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02/19/2010
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n00004324
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NYSOFA Proposed Rule Making for EISEP
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Proposed new rules for Expanded In-home Services for the Elderly Program.
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02/18/2010
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n00004323
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 18, 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 18, 2010
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02/18/2010
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n00004322
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Issues with Rebased Medicaid Rates
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NYAHSA working on issues related to 2009-10 nursing home Medicaid rates.
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02/18/2010
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n00004321
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Pre-Booking Influenza Vaccine
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DOH encourages health care facilities to prepare for 2010-11 flu season.
|
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02/17/2010
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n00004320
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 17, 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 17, 2010
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02/17/2010
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n00004319
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Carbon Monoxide Detectors
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Emergency Rules published on installation of alarms in residential settings.
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02/16/2010
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n00004318
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 16, 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 16, 2010
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02/16/2010
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n00004317
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DOH Home Care Quarterly Meeting Summary
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|
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Important updates on home and community-based services issues.
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02/12/2010
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n00004315
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 11, 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 11, 2010
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02/12/2010
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n00004314
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 12, 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 12, 2010
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02/11/2010
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n00004312
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DOH Issues Request for Applications for NHTD and TBI Regional Resource Development Center
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DOH issues RFA for RRDC in Buffalo region.
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02/11/2010
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n00004310
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NYAHSA - HCA 2010 Lethal Doses Report
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|
Chronic cuts and new mandates threaten home care in New York state.
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02/10/2010
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n00004308
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 10, 2010 UPDATE!
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 10, 2010 UPDATE!
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02/10/2010
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n00004307
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OMIG Resident Account Audits
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OMIG expands audits on resident accounts.
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02/10/2010
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n00004306
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 10, 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 10, 2010
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02/09/2010
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n00004305
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Health, Medicaid and Aging Testimony
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|
|
Given by Dennis Bozzi & family members of residents from Beth Abraham Family of Health Services
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02/09/2010
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n00004304
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 9, 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 9, 2010
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02/09/2010
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n00004303
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 8, 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 8, 2010
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02/09/2010
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n00004302
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Fiscal Digest
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|
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An electronic newsletter for New York’s Long Term Care Financial Managers published by the New York Association of Homes & Services for the Aging
|
|
02/05/2010
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n00004301
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NYAHSA’s Senior Housing Highlights
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|
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NYAHSA’s Senior Housing Highlights, NYAHSA’s electronic publication for federal and state senior housing news.
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02/05/2010
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n00004300
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Federal Issues Affecting Adult Day Health Care
|
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|
|
Provides an update on proposed federal legislation and issues affecting adult day health care (ADHC).
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02/05/2010
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n00004299
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 5, 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 5, 2010
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02/05/2010
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n00004297
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Updates on ACF Budget Proposals, Aide Training and More
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|
Meeting with DOH yields updates on several issues
|
|
02/05/2010
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n00004296
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ACF/AL Call Scheduled for February 17
|
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|
|
Call to discuss budget, advocacy and other ACF/AL issues.
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|
02/05/2010
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n00004295
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NYAHSA's Vision 2020 CEO Summit
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|
|
Vision 2020 kicks off with CEO Summit
|
|
02/05/2010
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n00004294
|
Infection Control Citations
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|
|
Immediate Jeopardy citations issued for failing to clean glucometer.
|
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02/05/2010
|
n00004293
|
Transportation Grant Opportunity
|
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|
|
Not-for-profits eligible to receive money for transportation.
|
|
02/05/2010
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n00001869
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A Video Message from NYAHSA President Dennis R. Bozzi
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A Video Message from NYAHSA President Dennis R. Bozzi on Create the Future: NYAHSA’s Vision 2020
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02/04/2010
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n00004292
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 4, 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 4, 2010
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02/04/2010
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n00004291
|
NGS Training Program
|
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|
National Government Services is seeking NYAHSA member input on developing live Medicare training sessions.
|
|
02/03/2010
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n00004289
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NYAHSA Testifies at Housing Hearing
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NYAHSA testifies at the New York State Joint Legislative Budget Hearing on Housing on development, preservation and supportive services for affordable senior housing.
|
|
02/03/2010
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n00004288
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Mandatory EIV for HUD Facilities
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|
|
HUD issues a final rule that use of the Enterprise Income Verification (EIV) system become mandatory.
|
|
02/03/2010
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n00004287
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 3, 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 3, 2010
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02/03/2010
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n00004285
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DOH Provides QAPI Training Tools for Hospice
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|
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Updated QAPI tools for hospice.
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02/03/2010
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n00004284
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DOH Posts Updated List of HHATPs
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|
|
DOH posts a list of home health aide training programs.
|
|
02/03/2010
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n00001868
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A Video Message from NYAHSA President Dennis R. Bozzi
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A Video Message from NYAHSA President Dennis R. Bozzi on the State Budget
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02/02/2010
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n00004283
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Nursing Home Medicaid Rates
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|
|
NYAHSA is seeking member feedback on nursing home Medicaid rates and has developed a template to model changes in CMI.
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02/02/2010
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n00004282
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 2, 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 2, 2010
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02/01/2010
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n00004281
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 1, 2010 UPDATED!
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 1, 2010 UPDATED!
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02/01/2010
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n00004280
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 1, 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for February 1, 2010
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02/01/2010
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n00004279
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SOS (Scoop on Staffing) February 2010
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SOS (Scoop on Staffing) February 2010
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02/01/2010
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n00004277
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GAO Reports
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Agency releases two reports related to nursing homes.
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01/29/2010
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n00004273
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 29, 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 29, 2010
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01/29/2010
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n00004272
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NYAHSA and HCA to Hold Technology Event
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Event will demonstrate importance of technology to key stakeholders.
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01/29/2010
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n00004270
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NYAHSA Meets with DOH on Nursing Home Issues
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NYAHSA and DOH discuss H1NI, PASRR and survey issues.
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01/29/2010
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n00004269
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Homeland Security Grants
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Money available for not-for-profit providers.
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01/29/2010
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n00004268
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Posts Remaining MDS 3.0 Manual Chapters
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Remaining chapters of RAI Version 3.0 User's Manual posted by CMS
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01/28/2010
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n00004267
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 28, 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 28, 2010
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01/28/2010
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n00004266
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NYAHSA and HCA Release Home Care Report
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A new report from NYAHSA and HCA details the precarious state of home care providers across New York state.
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01/28/2010
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n00004265
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Medication Reviews by Physical Therapists
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DOH clarifies role of physical therapists.
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01/28/2010
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n00004264
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Revised SCREEN Form Implementation
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DOH provides guidance on SCREEN form.
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01/27/2010
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n00004263
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Proposed State Budget Cut Estimates for Home Care
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Impact estimates of proposed cuts for home care agencies and programs are now available.
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01/27/2010
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n00004262
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 27, 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 27, 2010
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01/26/2010
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n00004261
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 26, 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 26, 2010
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01/26/2010
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n00004260
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NYAHSA's TechKnowledge newsletter, January 2010
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A roundup of technology news for the long term care field.
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01/25/2010
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n00004259
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Proposed State Budget Cut Estimates
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Impact estimates of proposed cuts for nursing homes are now available.
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01/25/2010
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n00004258
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 25, 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 25, 2010
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01/25/2010
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n00004257
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Proposed taxes on cigarattes, beverage syrups will only help New York
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NYAHSA supports proposed taxes on cigarattes, beverage syrups; curbing their consumption will make New Yorkers healthier
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01/25/2010
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n00004256
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EQUIP for Quality wins Association Excellence award from ESSAE
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The New York Association of Homes & Services for the Aging has won the ESSAE Association Excellence Award in Technology for its EQUIP for Quality program, a Web-based informatics tool used in more than 350 nursing homes in 24 states.
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01/22/2010
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n00004255
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 22, 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 22, 2010
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01/22/2010
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n00004252
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Medicare Home Health PPS Pricer
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CMS updates home health Medicare grouper software.
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01/22/2010
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n00004251
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Medicaid Rates
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NYAHSA provides links to Medicaid rate Webinar recording.
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01/21/2010
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n00004250
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 21, 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 21, 2010
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01/21/2010
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n00004249
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Grant Funding Opportunity for Rural Providers
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The Department of Health & Human Services is seeking applications from rural providers.
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01/21/2010
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n00004248
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Two More CHRC Trainings for ALPs Before February 1, 2010 Implementation
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CHRC trainings scheduled for 1/22 and 1/27 in NYC and Rochester.
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01/21/2010
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n00004247
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Summary of 2010-11 Executive Budget
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Detailed summary of the 2010-11 state health and housing budget proposal.
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01/20/2010
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n00004246
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Myers, Pettis achieve milestones
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Two NYAHSA staffers earn impressive credentials in the field.
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01/20/2010
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n00004245
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 20, 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 20, 2010
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01/19/2010
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n00004244
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 19, 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 19, 2010
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01/19/2010
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n00004242
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NYAHSA urges moratorium on cuts as governor delivers budget
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Elder care field needs stabilization period without further cuts to restructure care for the aging
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01/15/2010
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n00004241
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DOH Announces Increase in CHRC Fee
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Cost of fingerprinting increases to $106.00
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01/15/2010
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n00004240
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 15, 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 15, 2010
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01/15/2010
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n00004239
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NYAHSA 2009 Accomplishments
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The New York Association of Homes & Services for the Aging is committed to influencing Policymakers on all aspects of continuing care issues, providing our members with the very latest and most accurate information they need and supporting them as they strive for innovation in the field of continuing care.
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01/15/2010
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n00004238
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The Economic Development Handbook
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The Economic Development Handbook by Harris Beach, LLC, that reviews financing through Industrial Development Agencies; Local Development Corporations; Empire Zone; Empowerment Zones; Enterprise Communities and New Markets Tax Credit Program financing.
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01/15/2010
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n00004237
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Disposal of Pharmaceuticals
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NYAHSA explores implications of recent AG settlement on drug disposal.
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01/15/2010
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n00004236
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DOH to Host H1N1 Call
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H1N1 update to be provided on Friday January 22, 2010.
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01/14/2010
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n00004235
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CCRC Guest Room NYT Article
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CCRC guest room January 13, 2009 New York Times article.
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01/14/2010
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n00004234
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 14, 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 14, 2010
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01/14/2010
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n00004233
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 14, 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 14, 2010
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01/14/2010
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n00004232
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News Flash Five-Star Quality Rating System - January News.doc
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Five-Star provider preview reports available January 19, 2010.
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01/14/2010
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n00004231
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CMS Published Chapter 6 of RAI Manual
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Chapter 6 of the RAI manual has just been posted on the CMS Web site.
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01/13/2010
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n00004230
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NYAHSA Advocates Against HCBS Provision in Senate Health Care Reform Bill
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NYAHSA participates in joint association advocacy.
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01/13/2010
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n00004228
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 13, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 13, 2009
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01/13/2010
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n00004227
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NYSHealth Launches 2010 Economic Recovery Request for Proposals
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NYSHealth will allocate $2 million to finance its 2010 Economic Recovery Request for Proposals.
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01/13/2010
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n00004226
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Nursing Home Medicaid Rates Now Available
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2009-10 nursing home Medicaid rate sheets have been posted on the HPN.
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01/12/2010
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n00004225
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 12, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 12, 2009
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01/12/2010
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n00004224
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Advancing Excellence offers Educational Opportunity
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Teleconference offered on January 25, 2010.
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01/12/2010
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n00004223
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NYAHSA Seeks Member Input for Upcoming Meeting with DOH
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NYAHSA to meet with DOH on ACF and assisted living issues
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01/12/2010
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n00004222
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SOS (Scoop on Staffing) January 2010
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SOS (Scoop on Staffing) January 2010
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01/12/2010
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n00004221
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Medicare Part B Rates
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NYAHSA advises members on Part B rates for Jan/Feb 2010.
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01/11/2010
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n00004220
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 11, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 11, 2009
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01/08/2010
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n00004219
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 8, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 8, 2009
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01/08/2010
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n00004218
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Medicare Telehealth Coverage
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CMS issues guidance on expanded Medicare telehealth coverage.
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01/08/2010
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n00004217
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Summary of State Agency 2010 Regulatory Proposals
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Summary of 2010 state regulatory agendas affecting NYAHSA members.
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01/07/2010
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n00004216
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Medicaid Citizenship Requirements
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CMS issues guidance on Medicaid citizenship requirements.
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01/07/2010
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n00004215
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Fraud and Abuse Hearing Held
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OMIG focus of Senate hearing.
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01/07/2010
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n00004213
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 7, 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 7, 2010
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01/07/2010
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n00004212
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ACF Annual Census Report Due by January 31
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DOH requests annual ACF Census Report.
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01/07/2010
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n00004211
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Darbyshire Named to Assisted Living Task Force
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NYAHSA’s senior policy analyst appointed to ACFs and ALRs task force.
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01/06/2010
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n00004210
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 6, 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 6, 2010
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01/06/2010
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n00004209
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Home Health Rates Released
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DOH posts Medicaid rates.
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01/06/2010
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n00004208
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NYAHSA responds to Gov. Paterson's State of the State address
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NYAHSA proposes that the governor and Legislature hold the line on Medicaid cuts to allow the long term care field to restructure, saving the state money in the process.
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01/05/2010
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n00004206
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 5, 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 5, 2010
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01/05/2010
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n00004205
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 4, 2010
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NYAHSA News Recap for January 4, 2010
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01/05/2010
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n00004202
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NYAHSA Dues Primer
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Explanation of NYAHSA's millage-based dues structure.
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01/05/2010
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n00004201
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NYAHSA Seeks Member Input for Upcoming Meeting with DOH
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NYAHSA to meet on home care and hospice issues with DOH.
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01/04/2010
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n00004197
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Are You Up-to-Date on Your Medicaid Update?
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Medicaid newsletter provides updates on issues of interest to members.
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01/04/2010
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n00004196
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CMS Regulations on Health Information Technology
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CMS Issues Rules on Meaningful Use and EHR Standards.
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01/04/2010
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n00004195
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LHCSA Moratorium Extended to July 1, 2010
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DOH extends LHCSA moratorium
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12/31/2009
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n00004194
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 31, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 31, 2009
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12/30/2009
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n00004193
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 30, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 30, 2009
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12/30/2009
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n00004192
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NYAHSA Testifying at Senate Hearing on Medicaid Fraud and Abuse
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Member input sought on testimony.
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12/30/2009
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n00004190
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2010 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Changes
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CMS issues summary of changes to the 2010 Medicare Part B payment policies.
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12/30/2009
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n00004189
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NYAHSA Meets with DOH on Nursing Home Issues
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NYAHSA and DOH discuss influenza vaccine updates, MOLST, and survey issues.
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12/30/2009
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n00004188
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AAHSA Testimony on HUD Section 202 Bill
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AAHSA Testimony (Michelle Norris of NCR) in front of the Senate Banking Committee Subcommittee supporting the Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Act of 2009 (S.118) bill.
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12/29/2009
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n00004187
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 29, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 29, 2009
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12/29/2009
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n00004186
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Medicare Demand Bills Due December 31
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Reminder to submit demand bills.
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12/29/2009
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n00004185
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Fiscal Digest - Special Edition Regional Pricing and Medicaid Rate Update
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An electronic newsletter for New York’s Long Term Care Financial Managers published by the New York Association of Homes & Services for the Aging
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12/29/2009
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n00004184
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LTC Legal Update, December 2009
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LTC Legal Update, December 2009
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12/29/2009
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n00004183
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Limitation on HH PPS Outlier Payments
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CMS issues directions on 10 percent annual outlier payment limit.
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12/29/2009
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n00004182
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NYAHSA's TechKnowledge newsletter, December 2009
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The latest in technology news in the long term care field.
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12/29/2009
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n00004181
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NYAHSA Awards Program 2010
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NYAHSA will be accepting award nominations for its annual awards program through February 5, 2010
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12/29/2009
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n00004180
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Login and Access Changes to OASIS- C
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Security changes for home health OASIS users
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12/28/2009
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n00004178
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 28, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 28, 2009
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12/28/2009
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n00004177
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MLTC Risk Adjusted Rates
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DOH Provides More Information on Risk Adjusted Premiums
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12/23/2009
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n00004176
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 23, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 23, 2009
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12/23/2009
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n00004175
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Medicare Part B Claims Processing Hold
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CMS Implements Temporary Freeze on Part B Cuts.
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12/23/2009
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n00004174
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NYAHSA Provides Input to DOH on ALR Architectural Requirements
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NYAHSA provides suggestions regarding lawsuit negotiations.
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12/23/2009
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n00004173
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Criminal History Record Check Trainings
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|
DOH schedules more CHRC trainings open to all covered providers.
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12/22/2009
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n00004172
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 22, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 22, 2009
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12/18/2009
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n00004171
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 18, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 18, 2009
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12/18/2009
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n00004170
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New York State Health Foundation Announces 2010 Special Projects Fund Request for Proposals
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2010 Special Projects Fund Request for Proposals
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12/18/2009
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n00004168
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DHCR Access to Home and HOME Funding Announced
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|
DHCR funding available for senior housing facilities.
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12/18/2009
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n00004167
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NYAHSA Participates in Federal Health Care Reform Stakeholders Conference Call
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|
Governor’s office holds conference call.
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|
12/18/2009
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n00004166
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DAL Issued on ALP LHCSA CHRC Implementation
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CHRC requirement for ALPs effective February 1, 2010.
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|
12/18/2009
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n00004165
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Medicaid Rates
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NYAHSA updates members on Medicaid rate issues.
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12/18/2009
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n00004164
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CMS Offers General MDS 3.0 Information via Webinar
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|
Basic overview of MDS 3.0 information provided by CMS is summarized below
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12/18/2009
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n00004163
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OMIG Audits of Assisted Living Programs
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OMIG Audits of Assisted Living Programs
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12/17/2009
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n00004159
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NYAHSA Responds to Home Care Reimbursement Workgroup Interim Report
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|
NYAHSA participates in joint association advocacy for home care reimbursement workgroup issues.
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12/17/2009
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n00004158
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Input Requested on AMDA's Clinical Practice Guideline on Parkinson's Disease
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|
AMDA Seeks Review and Comment on the draft revised clinical practice guidelines entitled Parkinson's Disease In the Long Term Care Setting.
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12/17/2009
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n00004157
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DOH H1N1 and Seasonal Flu Update
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NYAHSA reports on flu vaccine updates from DOH.
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12/17/2009
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n00004156
|
Health Education Program Grants Available
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AoA funding available for health education in senior settings.
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12/17/2009
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n00004155
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Special Edition of Medicaid Update Announces Medical Home Incentive Program
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Special edition of Medicaid newsletter.
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12/16/2009
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n00004154
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 16, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 16, 2009
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12/16/2009
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n00004152
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Update on Nursing Home Medicaid Rates
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|
2009-10 nursing home rates delayed.
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12/16/2009
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n00004151
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Important Reminders and Advocacy on Fraud and Abuse
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|
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NYAHSA reminds members regarding critical OMIG certification deadlines.
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|
12/15/2009
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n00004150
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 15, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 15, 2009
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12/15/2009
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n00004148
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DOH Issues Request for Applications for Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program Expansion
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DOH issues RFA for CDPAP expansion initiative.
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12/14/2009
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n00004147
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 14, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 14, 2009
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12/14/2009
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n00004146
|
MISCC 2010-11 Draft Plan Released
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|
|
|
MISCC posts 2010-11 plan and public comments.
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|
12/14/2009
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n00004145
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H1N1 Resources
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|
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|
CMS provides resources to educate the public on H1N1.
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|
12/14/2009
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n00004144
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NYAHSA's Advisor newsletter Nov/Dec 09
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|
Advisor Nov/Dec 09
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12/14/2009
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n00004143
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Important Medicare Reminders
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NYAHSA reminds members regarding year-end Medicare issues.
|
|
12/11/2009
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n00004139
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DOH Issues Advisory on H1N1 Vaccine
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|
|
|
Vaccination restrictions to priority groups lifted.
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|
12/11/2009
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n00004138
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Health Care Reform Update
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|
|
Update on long term care issues in health care reform proposals.
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|
12/10/2009
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n00004137
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 10 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 10 2009
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12/09/2009
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n00004136
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Criminal History Record Check Update
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|
DOH plans to implement CHRC requirement for ALPs.
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|
12/09/2009
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n00004135
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Proposed Changes to Employee Health Requirements
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|
Regulation would allow but not require blood assay test.
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|
12/09/2009
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n00004134
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 9 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 9 2009
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12/09/2009
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n00004133
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ACF/Assisted Living Staffing Coverage Update
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|
|
|
NYAHSA coverage of ACF/assisted living issues.
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|
12/09/2009
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n00004131
|
HH PPS for CY 2010
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|
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CMS issues CY 2010 final Medicare home health PPS rule.
|
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12/08/2009
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n00004130
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 8, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 8, 2009
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12/08/2009
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n00004129
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Medicaid Rates
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|
|
Medicaid rate release further delayed.
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12/08/2009
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n00004128
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Home Health Aide Tasks Provided by Hospice Volunteers
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|
|
|
DOH provides additional guidance on hospice volunteers.
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|
12/08/2009
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n00004127
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MDS 3.0 Broadcast
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CMS training to highlight Oct. 2010 changes to MDS 3.0
|
|
12/08/2009
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n00004126
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Are You Up-to-Date on Your Medicaid Update?
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|
|
|
Medicaid newsletter provides updates on issues of interest to members.
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|
12/07/2009
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n00004125
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NYAHSA Discusses Quality Incentive Pool with Workgroup Members
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Program would award payments to nursing homes based on various measures.
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12/07/2009
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n00004124
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 7, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 7, 2009
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12/07/2009
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n00004123
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CMS Posts New Information on MDS 3.0
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Parts of RAI manual published on CMS Web site.
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12/07/2009
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n00004122
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NYAHSA Staffer to Participate in NPUAP's Avoidable/Unavoidable Consensus Conference
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NYAHSA staffer to represent AAHSA on consensus panel to define avoidable and unavoidable pressure ulcers.
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12/07/2009
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n00004121
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H1N1 and the Elderly Population
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Free CMS broadcast made available.
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12/04/2009
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n00004120
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 4, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 4, 2009
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12/04/2009
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n00004119
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Nursing Home Medicaid Rates
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Initial rates expected December 7th week
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12/04/2009
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n00004118
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December 2009 FDA Patient Safety News Available
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FDA Patient Safety News available online
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12/03/2009
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n00004117
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 03, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 03, 2009
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12/02/2009
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n00004116
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Fraudulent State Vaccination Programs
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CDC alerts public to scam.
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12/02/2009
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n00004115
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Vaccine Supplies for Seasonal Influenza
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Shortages of vaccine noted statewide.
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12/02/2009
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n00004114
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H1N1 Situational Awareness Phone Call
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: Call to take place on Thursday December 3, 2009.
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12/02/2009
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n00004113
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 2, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 2, 2009
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12/02/2009
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n00004112
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More Details on Deficit Reduction Legislation
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Summary of deficit reduction legislation passed by Legislature.
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12/02/2009
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n00004111
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Letter to members from Tom Holt
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Letter to members from Tom Holt on victory within state budget deficit reduction plan passed by Legislature
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12/02/2009
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n00004110
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AAHSA Continues to Advocate for Third Party Liability Demonstration Program
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Medicaid newsletter provides updates on issues of interest to members.
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12/01/2009
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n00004109
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 1, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for December 1, 2009
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12/01/2009
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n00004108
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(SOS) Scoop on Staffing - December 2009
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(SOS) Scoop on Staffing - December 2009
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11/30/2009
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n00004107
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 30, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 30, 2009
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11/30/2009
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n00004106
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NYAHSA's 2010 Public Policy Agenda
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Summary of NYAHSA's 2010 legislative, regulatory and policy agenda.
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11/30/2009
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n00004105
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TechKnowledge November 2009
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NYAHSA's TechKnowledge newsletter
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11/30/2009
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n00004104
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2010 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule
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CMS releases final rule on Medicare Part B rates for next year.
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11/25/2009
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n00004103
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NYAHSA's Press Statment on the Deficit Reduction Proposal
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NYAHSA's Press Statment on the Deficit Reduction Proposal
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11/24/2009
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n00004102
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 24, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 24, 2009
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11/24/2009
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n00004101
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DOH Posts Updated List of HHATPs
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DOH posts a list of home health aide training programs.
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11/24/2009
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n00004100
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 23, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 23, 2009
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11/24/2009
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n00004099
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Nine Awardees for MFP Demonstration Program
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DOH selects entities to identify and transition nursing home residents who wish to live in community-based settings.
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11/24/2009
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n00004097
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Fifth and Final Meeting of Home Health Care Reimbursement Workgroup
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DOH to write report on reimbursement and subcontracting proposals.
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11/20/2009
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n00004095
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OMIG Compliance Certification Update
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OMIG issues revised compliance program certifications.
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11/20/2009
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n00004094
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 20, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 20, 2009
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11/20/2009
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n00004093
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Proposed new governance structure
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Proposed new governance structure: A blueprint for future sucess.
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11/20/2009
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n00004092
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Five Star Quality Rating System – November News Available
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CMS makes five star provider previews available.
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11/20/2009
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n00004091
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FDA Issues Dear Healthcare Professional Letter Regarding H1N1 Vaccine
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Letter to Healthcare Professionals regarding H1N1 vaccine available on FDA Web site.
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11/20/2009
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n00004090
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CMS Issues S&C Letter Regarding H1N1 Influenza Pandemic
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CMS Issues S&C Letter regarding H1N1 Influenza Pandemic 1135 Waiver Authorization.
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11/20/2009
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n00004089
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Medicare Crossover Payments
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|
DOH exempts nursing homes from crossover payment.
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11/20/2009
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n00004088
|
Pressure Ulcer Quick Reference Guides Available on NPUAP Web Site
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|
International Pressure Ulcer Prevention and Treatment Quick Reference Guides are available at no cost on NPUAP Web site.
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|
11/19/2009
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n00004087
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 19, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 19, 2009
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11/19/2009
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n00004084
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NYAHSA Discusses Quality Incentive Pool with Workgroup Members
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|
Program would award payments to nursing homes based on various measures.
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11/18/2009
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n00004083
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 18, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 18, 2009
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11/18/2009
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n00004081
|
Home Health PPS Final Rule
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|
|
CMS has issued final Medicare home health PPS rule for 2010.
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|
11/18/2009
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n00004080
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OMIG Corporate Compliance Certification
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|
OMIG delays compliance deadline to December 31st.
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|
11/17/2009
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n00004079
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 17, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 17, 2009
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11/17/2009
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n00004078
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NYAHSA Meets with DOH on Nursing Home Issues
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|
NYAHSA and DOH discuss H1NI, PASRR and survey issues.
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|
11/17/2009
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n00004077
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Fourth Meeting of Home Health Care Reimbursement Workgroup
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NYAHSA participates in fourth home health care workgroup meeting.
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|
11/16/2009
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n00004076
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 16, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 16, 2009
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11/16/2009
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n00004075
|
NYAHSA Opposes OMIG Proposal on Provider Hearings
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|
|
OMIG would limit hearing rights in TPL cases.
|
|
11/16/2009
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n00004074
|
Important Bed Hold Audit Hearing Decision
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|
ALJ decision refutes OMIG bed hold audit findings.
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11/13/2009
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n00004073
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 13 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 13 2009
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11/12/2009
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n00004072
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 12, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 12, 2009
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11/10/2009
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n00004071
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 10, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 10, 2009
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11/10/2009
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n00004070
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 9, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 9, 2009
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11/10/2009
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n00004069
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NYAHSA and other associations join forces in legislative effort.
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|
NYAHSA and other associations join forces in legislative effort.
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|
11/09/2009
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n00004067
|
State Submits Plan to Offer Supported Housing for Adult Home Residents
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|
Supportive housing for adult home residents.
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|
11/09/2009
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n00004066
|
NYAHSA members calculate job losses if proposed budget cuts approved
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|
Survey of members turns up stunning job losses if state follows through on proposed cuts to Medicaid
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|
11/05/2009
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n00004063
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Nursing Home Reimbursement Workgroup Meeting
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|
Associations inform DOH they will seek delay of regional pricing.
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|
11/05/2009
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n00004062
|
Assisted Living Residence (ALR) Regulations - ISH Citations
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|
Exemptions for ALR licensure, including independent senior housing.
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|
11/05/2009
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n00004061
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 5, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 5, 2009
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11/05/2009
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n00004055
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Call for Artwork for 2010 NYAHSA Art Competition & Exhibit
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Starting Dec. 1, NYAHSA will accept artwork for the 2010 NYAHSA Art Competition and Exhibit
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11/05/2009
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n00004036
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NYAHSA, HCA decry proposed cuts, citing devastating effect on home care
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|
|
The DRP would bring the total number of home care cuts to an astonishing $464 million since April of 2008. That amounts to nearly one-half billion dollars pried from programs that serve the elderly, persons with disabilities, and the chronically ill during a period of little more than 18 months. Report is attached.
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11/05/2009
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n00001864
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Creating a Respiratory Program: Nov. 5 Audio file, Handout and Additional Information from DOH
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Free November 5th audio file for NYAHSA Members: Creating a Respiratory Program
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11/04/2009
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n00004054
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 4, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 4, 2009
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11/04/2009
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n00004052
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Senior Housing Highlights – October 8, 2009
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Senior Housing Highlights – NYAHSA’s electronic publication on federal and New York state senior housing news.
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11/04/2009
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n00004050
|
H1N1 Situational Awareness Phone Calls
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DOH to begin bi-weekly calls on November 5.
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11/04/2009
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n00004049
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Regional Pricing Workgroup
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|
Nursing home regional pricing workgroup process continues.
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11/04/2009
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n00004048
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Senior Housing Highlights – August 23, 2009
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Senior Housing Highlights – NYAHSA’s electronic publication on federal and New York state senior housing news.
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11/04/2009
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n00004047
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Senior Housing Highlights – May 26, 2009
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Senior Housing Highlights – NYAHSA’s electronic publication on federal and New York state senior housing news.
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11/04/2009
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n00004046
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Senior Housing Highlights – March 26, 2009
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Senior Housing Highlights – NYAHSA’s electronic publication on federal and New York state senior housing news.
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11/03/2009
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n00004043
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 3, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 3, 2009
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11/03/2009
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n00004042
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 2, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for November 2, 2009
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11/03/2009
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n00004041
|
Kevin Murphy, exec director of NYAHSA Services, Inc., submits resignation
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Kevin Murphy, exec director of NYAHSA Services, Inc., submits resignation, effective Nov. 29, 2009
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11/03/2009
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n00004040
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DOH Asks Court to Clarify ALR Decision
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DOH asks court to clarify assisted living residence regulations decision.
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11/03/2009
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n00004039
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Are You Up-to-Date on Your Medicaid Update?
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|
Medicaid newsletter provides updates on issues of interest to members.
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11/02/2009
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n00004038
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NYAHSA's Senior Housing Highlights - February 18, 2009
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Senior Housing Highlights - NYAHSA’s electronic publication on federal and New York state senior housing news.
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11/02/2009
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n00004037
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OMIG Corporate Compliance Guidance
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OMIG posts guidance and certification for corporate compliance.
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11/02/2009
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n00004033
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Upcoming OASIS-C Training Opportunities
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CMS offers free OASIS-C training for CHHAs and LTHHCPs.
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11/02/2009
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n00004032
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CMS Posts New Information on MDS 3.0
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Publication of RAI Manual delayed.
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11/02/2009
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n00004031
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SOS (Scoop on Staffing) Nov. 2009
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SOS (Scoop on Staffing) Nov. 2009
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11/02/2009
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n00004030
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Guidelines for Pressure Ulcer Prevention and Treatment Released by NPUAP
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NPUAP announces orders are now being taken for new international pressure ulcer guidelines.
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11/02/2009
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n00004029
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Red Flags Rule
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FTC delays Red Flags Rule enforcement deadline.
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10/30/2009
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n00004028
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 30, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 30, 2009
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10/30/2009
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n00004027
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DOH Posts Updated List of HHATPs
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DOH posts a list of home health aide training programs.
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10/30/2009
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n00004026
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Guidance for Preventing Transmission of Influenza in Congregate Care Facilities
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Recommendations for preventing flu in New York City.
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10/29/2009
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n00004025
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Grandfathering Amendment State Plan vs. Waiver Issue
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ADHC grandfathering amendment is included in the final House health care reform bill.
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10/29/2009
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n00004023
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 29, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 29, 2009
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10/29/2009
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n00004022
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 28, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 28, 2009
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10/29/2009
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n00004020
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Third Meeting of Home Health Care Reimbursement Workgroup
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NYAHSA participates in third home health care workgroup meeting.
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10/29/2009
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n00004019
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2010 SSI Benefits Level Chart
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No change to the benefit levels for SSI for 2010.
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10/28/2009
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n00004009
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PA Telecare Program
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Pennsylvania Telecare Monitoring Program enacted October 2009.
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10/28/2009
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n00004007
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Medicare Crossover Claims
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DOH issues additional guidance on Medicare Crossover claims.
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10/27/2009
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n00004004
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Nursing Home Salary Report
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NYAHSA Issues Biennial Nursing Home Salary Report
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10/27/2009
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n00004003
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 27, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 27, 2009
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10/27/2009
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n00004002
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Creating a Respiratory Protection Program. A FREE Audio Conference November 5
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NYAHSA to hold a FREE audio Program designed to clarify concerns on "Creating a Respiratory Protection Program".
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10/27/2009
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n00004001
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Recording of Member Education on Recent Court Decisions
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Recording of the October 23 NYAHSA audioconference on recent court decisions.
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10/27/2009
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n00004000
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Fiscal Digest
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An electronic newsletter for New York’s Long Term Care Financial Managers published by the New York Association of Homes & Services for the Aging
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10/27/2009
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n00003997
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Sprinkler Systems in Nursing Homes
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DOH issues information and timeline regarding 2013 requirement.
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10/27/2009
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n00003995
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2010 Medicare Part D Landscape
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2010 Medicare Part D Landscape
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10/26/2009
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n00003993
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 26 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 26 2009
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10/26/2009
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n00003992
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Advancing Excellence Campaign
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Changes to program goals to take place in October.
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10/26/2009
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n00003991
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Daylight Saving Time
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Daylight saving time ends this weekend.
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10/26/2009
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n00003987
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Respiratory Protection Program
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DOH provides template to assist facilities in implementing program.
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10/26/2009
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n00003986
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Free Training in Pandemic Preparedness
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AAHSA seeking interested members for free training.
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10/26/2009
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n00003985
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Changes to the Admission Requirements for Nursing Homes
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DOH issues guidance on completion of new SCREEN
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10/26/2009
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n00003984
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DOH Rescinds H1N1 and Seasonal Flu Mandate
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DAL describes vaccine shortages and permanent regulations.
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10/26/2009
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n00003983
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DOH Home Care Quarterly Meeting Summary
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DOH updates on home and community-based services issues
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10/23/2009
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n00003981
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 23, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 23, 2009
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10/23/2009
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n00003979
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H1N1 Vaccination Update
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DOH rescinds H1N1 vaccination mandate.
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10/22/2009
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n00003978
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NYAHSA Meets with DOH on Nursing Home Issues
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NYAHSA and DOH discuss H1NI, background checks and survey issues.
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10/22/2009
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n00003977
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 22, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 22, 2009
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10/22/2009
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n00003976
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Electronic Prescribing
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NYAHSA requests member input on e-prescribing.
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10/22/2009
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n00003975
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Incorporating Service Coordination into Senior Housing
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Technical assistance brief published May, 2002.
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10/22/2009
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n00003973
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NYAHSA testifies on the deficit reduction plan.
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NYAHSA Testimony on Deficit Reduction Plan for the State Fiscal Year 2009-2010
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10/21/2009
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n00003971
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 21, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 21, 2009
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10/21/2009
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n00003970
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NYAHSA Testifies on State Budget Proposals
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NYAHSA testifies before Assembly on deficit reduction plan.
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10/21/2009
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n00003969
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Health Care Reform Update
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Updates on long term care issues in federal health care reform.
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10/21/2009
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n00003965
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Medicare Beneficiary Updates for 2010
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COLA, Medicare premium, and co-insurance amounts for next year.
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10/21/2009
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n00003963
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AIDS Home Care Program Fair Hearing Procedures
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DOH provides notice and fair hearing procedures for AHCP.
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10/21/2009
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n00003962
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Special Needs CHHA Semi-annual Report
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DOH require special need CHHAs to complete semi-annual report.
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10/21/2009
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n00003961
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Respiratory Protection Program Guidance
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DOH issues DAL regrding respiratory protection program related to H1N1 influenza virus.
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10/20/2009
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n00003960
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Managed Long Term Care Rates Risk Adjustment
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NYAHSA comments on proposed MLTC Medicaid regional premiums and risk adjustment
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10/20/2009
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n00003958
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 20, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 20, 2009
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10/19/2009
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n00003957
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 19 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 19 2009
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10/19/2009
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n00003956
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November Regional CFO Council Meetings
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NYAHSA hosts special series of Regional Pricing “Town Hall” meetings.
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10/19/2009
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n00003955
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H1N1 Vaccination Fact Sheets Available from CMS
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CMS posts consumer fact sheets related to H1N1 Vaccination.
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10/19/2009
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n00003954
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Five Star Quality Rating System - October News Available
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CMS makes five star provider previews available.
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10/19/2009
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n00003952
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Judge Places Temporary Restraining Order on H1N1 Vaccination Mandate
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State Supreme Court judge makes ruling against H1N1 mandate.
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10/16/2009
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n00003948
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More details on governor's budget; NYAHSA holding member call.
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Governor Proposes Severe Budget Cuts
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10/16/2009
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n00003946
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 16, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 16, 2009
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10/15/2009
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n00003941
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 15, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 15, 2009
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10/15/2009
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n00003940
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 14, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 14, 2009
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10/14/2009
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n00003936
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MDS Census Roster Submission
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Nursing homes must upload their July 29 MDS census rosters to HPN by Friday.
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10/14/2009
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n00003935
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Lawsuits Filed Challenging H1N1 Vaccination Mandate
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Lawsuits challenge H1N1 mandate.
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10/13/2009
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n00003930
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Nursing Home Medicaid Rates
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DOH to fix CMI calculation error and issue 4/1/09 rates in December
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10/13/2009
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n00003929
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 13, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 13, 2009
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10/13/2009
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n00003928
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Pope canonizes Little Sisters of the Poor founder Jeanne Jugan
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NYAHSA and its members congratulate the Little Sisters of the Poor upon the canonization of their founder, Jeanne Jugan
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10/12/2009
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n00003927
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 12, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 12, 2009
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10/09/2009
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n00003925
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 9 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 9 2009
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10/08/2009
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n00003923
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NYAHSA’s October Senior Housing Highlights
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NYAHSA’s Housing Highlights with updates on federal and New York state senior housing news.
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10/08/2009
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n00003920
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NYAHSA Advocates for Third Party Liability Demonstration Program
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NYAHSA writes letter to Congress advocating for TPL demonstration program.
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10/08/2009
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n00003919
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NYAHSA TechKnowledge October 2009
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NYAHSA's new TechKnowledge publication debuts.
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10/08/2009
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n00003917
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H1N1 Information Updates
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CDC posts updated information.
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10/08/2009
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n00003916
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Training on Use of N-95 Respirators Available for Nursing Homes
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Occupational Health and DOH partner to provide regional training.
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10/07/2009
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n00003914
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NYAHSA TechKnowledge October 2009
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NYAHSA TechKnowledge October 2009
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10/07/2009
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n00003913
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MLTC Rate Risk Adjustment
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DOH outlines its proposal for adjusting MLTC rates for acuity.
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10/07/2009
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n00003912
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 7 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 7 2009
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10/07/2009
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n00003911
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Influenza Vaccine Billing
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CMS issues additional guidance on billing 2009-10 flu vaccines.
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10/07/2009
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n00003910
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State Hospital Review and Planning Council
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DOH eliminates SHRPC subscription process.
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10/07/2009
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n00003909
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LTHHCP Policy Change
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LTHHCP providers may exceed capacity by 25% or 100 slots.
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10/07/2009
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n00003908
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NYAHSA and HCA Conduct Budget Cuts Survey
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Help us fight Medicaid cuts!
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10/07/2009
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n00003906
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Home Health Aide Tasks Provided by Hospice Volunteers
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DOH provides guidelines on hospice volunteers.
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10/06/2009
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n00003903
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 6, 2009.
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 6, 2009.
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10/06/2009
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n00003902
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Nursing Home Administrator Licensing
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DOH issues 2010-11 administrator license renewal application.
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10/06/2009
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n00003901
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NYAHSA Takes Issue with Criminal History Record Checks
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DOH responds to NYAHSA concerns over background checks.
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10/06/2009
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n00003900
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NYAHSA Attends MISCC and MISCC Housing Task Force Meetings
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Updates on the MISCC housing initiatives provided.
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10/06/2009
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n00003899
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Volume VI Issue 2 -- October 2009
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Volume VI Issue 2 -- October 2009
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10/05/2009
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n00003895
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 5, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 5, 2009
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10/05/2009
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n00003894
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SOS (Scoop on Staffing) October 2009
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SOS (Scoop on Staffing) October 2009
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10/02/2009
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n00003890
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 2, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 2, 2009
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10/02/2009
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n00003889
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Financially Disadvantaged Funding Program
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DOH issues DAL on disadvantaged funding program changes.
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10/01/2009
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n00003888
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 1, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for October 1, 2009
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10/01/2009
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n00003887
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Schedule II-V Medications for Nursing Home Residents
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AAHSA seeks member input on prescribing practices.
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10/01/2009
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n00003886
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Medicare Part A Secondary Payer Claims
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NGS implements changes to MSP submission requirements.
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10/01/2009
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n00003885
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Member Input Needed on Personnel Issues Resulting From H1N1 Mandate
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Personnel issues reported as result from H1N1 vaccination mandate.
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09/30/2009
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n00003884
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 30 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 30 2009
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09/30/2009
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n00003883
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ESRD Prospective Payment System
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CMS issues proposed rule on ESRD PPS.
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09/30/2009
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n00003882
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H1N1 Publication
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HHS issues guide for community and faith-based organizations.
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09/30/2009
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n00003881
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Criminal History Record Checks
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Proposed revisions to regulations affect home care providers
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09/30/2009
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n00003879
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ACF/Assisted Living Staffing Coverage During Temporary Leave
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NYAHSA interim coverage of ACF/assisting living issues.
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09/30/2009
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n00003878
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Medicaid NPI Change Effective October 1, 2009
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Medicaid to process claims using NPI only.
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09/29/2009
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n00003877
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Governor's Office Briefs NYAHSA on Federal Health Reform
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State officials give update on federal health reform legislation.
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09/29/2009
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n00003875
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 29, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 29, 2009
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09/29/2009
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n00003874
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Medicare Crossover Claims
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Medicaid to implement automated Medicare crossover on December 3, 2009.
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09/29/2009
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n00003873
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Money Follows the Person Demonstration
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NYAHSA makes recommendations to DOH on nursing home outreach.
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09/28/2009
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n00003872
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Important Instructions Regarding Submitting ACF Evacuation Plan Updates
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DOH issues important instructions regarding e-mailing plans.
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09/28/2009
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n00003871
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CMS Home Health Open Door Forum
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CMS to give updates on home health reimbursement.
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09/28/2009
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n00003870
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 28, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 28, 2009
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09/28/2009
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n00003869
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CMS SNF Open Door Forum
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CMS to give updates on SNF reimbursement.
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09/28/2009
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n00003868
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AAHSA Letter to HUD on Procedures Policy
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Request to HUD for developing produres for future policy changes.
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09/28/2009
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n00003867
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Advisor Sept./Oct. 09
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Welcome, Dennis, Farewell, Carl.... Americorps grant... Leadership AAHSA... and more!
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09/28/2009
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n00003866
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Fiscal Digest
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An electronic newsletter for New York’s Long Term Care Financial Managers published by the New York Association of Homes & Services for the Aging
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09/28/2009
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n00003865
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September 8 DAL Census Roster
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September 8 DAL Census Roster
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09/28/2009
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n00003864
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Grant Opportunity for Academic Research Centers and Community-based Organizations
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Grant opportunity available for academic research center and community-based organizations.
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09/25/2009
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n00003863
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HEAL NY Awards Announced
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Governor announces awards for HEAL NY Phases 10-12
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09/25/2009
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n00003862
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 25, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 25, 2009
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09/25/2009
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n00003860
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DOH Issues DAL Regarding H1N1 Vaccine Allocation and Distribution
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DAL outlining the allocation and distribution of the H1N1 vaccine issued by DOH
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09/25/2009
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n00003859
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FDA Warns About Medication Errors Related to Tamiflu
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Warning Issued Regarding Potential Medication Errors Related to Tamiflu for Oral Suspension
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09/25/2009
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n00003858
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Home Health Aide Registry Regulation Effective Today
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DOH provides additional resources on the home health aide registry.
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09/25/2009
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n00003857
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Upcoming OASIS-C Training Opportunities
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CMS offers free OASIS-C training for CHHAs and LTHHCPs.
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09/24/2009
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n00003856
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Legislative Bulletin, Volume 2, Issue 29
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An update on legislative issues affecting NYAHSA members.
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09/24/2009
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n00003855
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 24, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 24, 2009
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09/24/2009
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n00003854
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NYAHSA ProCare Consultants Now Offers ACF and Assisted Living Services!
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Frank Rose is the newest addition to the ProCare team.
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09/24/2009
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n00003850
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NYAHSA Provides Feedback on Care Coordinator Requirements
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Comments will help guide recommendations to the state.
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09/24/2009
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n00003842
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Presentation from RHCF Reimbursement Workgroup Meeting Posted
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DOH presentation on nursing home reimbursement now available.
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09/23/2009
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n00003838
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 23, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 23, 2009
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09/23/2009
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n00003833
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Member Education on Recent Court Decisions
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NYAHSA audioconference on recent assisted living and “impacted homes” court decisions.
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09/23/2009
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n00003831
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NYAHSA Meets with DOH on Nursing Home Issues
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NYAHSA and DOH discuss nursing home program and survey issues.
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09/23/2009
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n00003830
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OMIG Resident Account Audits
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OMIG to conduct pilot audits on resident accounts.
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09/23/2009
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n00003829
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DOH Provides Additional Training for Home Health Registry
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DOH posts new dates and locations for home health registry training.
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09/22/2009
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n00003828
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Revised ACF Evacuation Plan Documents Posted on HPN
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Revised documents for ACF evacuation plan update, due 10/7.
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09/22/2009
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n00003827
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DOH Influenza Resources
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DOH posts information on influenza publications.
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09/22/2009
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n00003826
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 22, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 22, 2009
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09/21/2009
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n00003825
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 21, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 21, 2009
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09/21/2009
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n00003824
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New York Institute of Technology Aging and Society Conference to be held October 7, 2009
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Second Annual Conference on Aging and Society organized by the NYIT will to be held on October 7, 2009
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09/21/2009
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n00003823
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NYIT Conference on Aging and Society October 7, 2009
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The New York Institute of Technology second annual conference on aging and society to be held on October 7, 2009
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09/21/2009
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n00003821
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DOH Cancels September 22nd Home Care Reimbursement Workgroup Meeting
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DOH cancels September 22nd meeting.
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09/18/2009
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n00003818
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 18, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 18, 2009
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09/18/2009
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n00003817
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2009-10 Medicaid Rate Updates
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DOH issues 1/1/09 rates, provides other clarifications for 2009-10 rates.
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09/18/2009
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n00003816
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PRI Audits
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OMIG conducting PRI audits.
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09/17/2009
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n00003815
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 17, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 17, 2009
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09/17/2009
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n00003814
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Analysis of Assisted Living Residence Court Decisions
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NYAHSA’s counsel provides analysis of recent ALR court decisions.
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09/16/2009
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n00003813
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FDA Approves H1N1 Vaccine
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|
|
Large scale vaccination campaign scheduled to begin in October.
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|
09/16/2009
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n00003812
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Certificate of Need Information
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DOH posts new FAQs regarding the CON process.
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09/16/2009
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n00003811
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 16, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 16, 2009
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09/16/2009
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n00003810
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OMIG and Corporate Compliance Reminders
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NYAHSA reminds members of OMIG compliance deadlines.
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09/16/2009
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n00003809
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NYAHSA Meets With DOH Regarding ALP Study
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DOH studying cost of assisted living program.
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|
09/16/2009
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n00003808
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CMS Information on H1N1
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Important federal H1N1 broadcast is still available.
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09/16/2009
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n00003806
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Nursing Home Reimbursement Workgroup Meets
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Nursing home workgroup discusses 2007 cost data.
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|
09/16/2009
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n00003805
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Five-Star Quality Rating System - September News Available
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CMS makes five-star provider previews available.
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|
09/15/2009
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n00003804
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 11, 2009.
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 11, 2009.
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09/15/2009
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n00003803
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 15, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 15, 2009
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09/15/2009
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n00003802
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HUD NOFA Funding
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HUD posts Notice of Funding Available (NOFA) for several programs including Section 202 and Service Coordinators.
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|
09/14/2009
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n00003801
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NYS Supreme Court Issues Decision on Assisted Living Lawsuit
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Court rules favorably on some aspects of ALR lawsuit.
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09/14/2009
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n00003800
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NYAHSA News Recap september 14, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap september 14, 2009
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09/14/2009
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n00003799
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NYAHSA Requests Program Proposals for Educational Conferences for 2010
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NYAHSA Requests Program Proposals for Educational Seminars and Conferences for the year 2010
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09/14/2009
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n00003797
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Aging Friendly Community Initiatives
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The New York State Office for the Aging (NYSOFA) presents aging friendly community initiatives.
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09/14/2009
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n00003796
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Closed Circuit Television Systems (CCTV) Available
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CCTVs available to NYAHSA members for assisting visually impaired seniors.
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09/14/2009
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n00003794
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Training for Implementation of OASIS C
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DOH issues DAL announcing training opportunities for updated tool.
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09/14/2009
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n00003793
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DOH Reimbursement Update
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NYAHSA provides members with latest DOH Medicaid update.
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|
09/14/2009
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n00003792
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Federal HIT Funding
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|
CMS issues guidance on Recovery Act HIT funding.
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09/14/2009
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n00003791
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Consumer Price Index Projections
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|
|
|
CBO issues final Consumer Price Index (CPI) Projections.
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09/11/2009
|
n00003790
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Closed Circuit Television Systems (CCTV) Application
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Closed Circuit Television Systems (CCTV) Application
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09/11/2009
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n00003789
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NYAHSA Public Policy Summit a Big Success
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NYAHSA Public Policy Summit held on 9/10.
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09/11/2009
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n00003787
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HH PPS for CY 2010
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CMS issues 2010 proposed Medicare home health PPS rule.
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09/10/2009
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n00003786
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 10, 2009.
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 10, 2009.
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09/09/2009
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n00003785
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 9, 2009.
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 9, 2009.
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09/09/2009
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n00003784
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Government Relations Staff Coverage
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NYAHSA staff resources on government relations issues.
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09/09/2009
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n00003783
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Reminder: Important Medicare Part B DME Supplier Deadlines
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Deadlines for DMEPOS supplier accreditation and surety bonds.
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09/08/2009
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n00003782
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 4, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 4, 2009
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09/08/2009
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n00003781
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 8, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 8, 2009
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09/08/2009
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n00003780
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Additional Information on Health Workforce Retraining Initiative
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NYAHSA attends bidder’s conference, provides additional information on HWRI.
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|
09/08/2009
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n00003779
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Survey for DOH Home Health Aide and Personal Care Aide Training Programs
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DOH provides survey for training programs, due September 11.
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|
09/04/2009
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n00003778
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SNF PPS Rates for FY 2010 and Final Rule for FY 2011
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CMS issues SNF PPS rates for FY 2010 and additional changes for FY 2011.
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|
09/03/2009
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n00003777
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 3, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 3, 2009
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09/03/2009
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n00003776
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Second Meeting of Home Health Care Reimbursement Workgroup
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NYAHSA participates in second home health care workgroup meeting.
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|
09/02/2009
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n00003774
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Free Web Conference on Influenza Pandemic Offered to Home Health Agencies
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AHRQ offers Planning for an Influenza Pandemic in the Home Health Care Sector Web cast.
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|
09/02/2009
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n00003772
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HUD Section 202 and 811 NOFAs Released
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HUD announces funding availability; applications due in November.
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|
09/02/2009
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n00003771
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NPUAP Meeting Held in Washington, D.C.
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|
NYAHSA staffer represents AAHSA at NPUAP meeting.
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|
09/01/2009
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n00003770
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 1, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for September 1, 2009
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09/01/2009
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n00003769
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NYAHSA Convenes Public Policy Summit; Seeks Member Input
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Member input sought on 2010 policy issues and regulatory reform.
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09/01/2009
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n00003768
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REMINDER: Input Needed on Policy Agenda/Regulatory Reform
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NYAHSA still seeking member input on 2010 policy agenda and regulatory reform.
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|
09/01/2009
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n00003766
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Health Care Personnel Influenza Vaccination Requirements Published in State Register
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Emergency adoption of influenza vaccine posted in State Register.
|
|
08/31/2009
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n00003765
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SOS (Scoop on Staffing) September 2009
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SOS (Scoop on Staffing) September 2009
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08/31/2009
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n00003764
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 31, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 31, 2009
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08/28/2009
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n00003762
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 28, 2009.
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 28, 2009.
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|
08/28/2009
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n00003761
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Health Care Personnel to Receive Influenza, H1N1 Vaccination
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|
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DAL provides new information on flu and H1N1 vaccination requirements.
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|
08/28/2009
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n00003760
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NYAHSA's 2009 New York State Legislative Bill Summary
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A glossary of long term care bills that passed both the Senate and Assembly, and either have been acted on by the governor (signed into law or vetoed) or are awaiting action by the governor.
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08/28/2009
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n00003759
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Reminder: ACF Evacuation Plan Updates Due 10/7
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DOH requires update of plans and related documents by 10/7.
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08/27/2009
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n00003758
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 27, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 27, 2009
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08/27/2009
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n00003757
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AAHSA Joins with ASCP and Others to Address Concerns with DEA
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Issue Brief Regarding DEA Enforcement Available from AAHSA.
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08/26/2009
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n00003756
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 26, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 26, 2009
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08/26/2009
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n00003755
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NYAHSA Submits Comments to DOH on ALR Aide Training Curriculum
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NYAHSA comments for resident care aide training provided.
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08/25/2009
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n00003754
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 25 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 25 2009
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08/25/2009
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n00003753
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NYAHSA Meets with DOH on Nursing Home Issues
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NYAHSA and DOH discuss nursing home program and survey issues.
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08/25/2009
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n00003752
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AMDA Seeks Input on Assisted Living Medication Manual
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AAHSA is seeking member participation in manual review.
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08/24/2009
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n00003751
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 24, 2009.
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 24, 2009.
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08/24/2009
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n00003750
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Member Input Needed on Care Coordinator Requirements
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NYAHSA has opportunity to weigh in on recommendations to state.
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08/21/2009
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n00003749
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 21, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 21, 2009
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08/21/2009
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n00003748
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Senior Housing Highlights - August 2009
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The August 21, 2009 edition of the Senior Housing Highlights, the association’s electronic publication on federal and New York state senior housing news.
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08/21/2009
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n00003747
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NYAHSA Amends Lawsuit on Medicaid Rate Cuts
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NYAHSA challenges additional nursing home Medicaid rate cuts.
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08/20/2009
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n00003746
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 20, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 20, 2009
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08/20/2009
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n00003745
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Home Health Payment Adjustments
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Status of home health R&R and trend factor rate adjustments.
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08/20/2009
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n00003744
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NYAHSA Comments on Federal Proposal Regarding HCBS Waivers
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NYAHSA advocates for important flexibility regarding HCBS waivers.
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08/20/2009
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n00003741
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Aging-in-Place Community Forum Scheduled
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Aging-in-place forum scheduled in Albany on September 22.
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08/20/2009
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n00003740
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Don’t Move, Stay Where You Are: Solutions for Aging in Place Forum
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Descripion of forum and registration form.
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08/19/2009
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n00003739
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 19, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 19, 2009
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08/19/2009
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n00003738
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Adult Care Facility/Assisted Living Issue Forum Call Agenda
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Member-only conference call scheduled for September 1 at 2:00.
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08/19/2009
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n00003737
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CMS Issues Survey Guidance on Electronic Health Records
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Responsibilities of facilities and surveyors outlined.
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08/19/2009
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n00003736
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CASP Fall Institute
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Join other NYAHSA members in Atlanta for the CASP certification program in Atlanta, Sept. 21-25
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08/19/2009
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n00003735
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Recording Available of Weatherization Funding Opportunity Call
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DHCR provides details on opportunities for qualified housing and assisted living members to access Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) funding.
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08/19/2009
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n00003734
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DOH Issues Request for Applications for Health Workforce Retraining Initiative
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DOH issues RFA for Health Workforce Retraining Initiative.
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08/18/2009
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n00003733
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NYAHSA News Recap August 18, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap August 18, 2009
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08/18/2009
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n00003731
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OMIG to Post Info on Claims for Deceased Medicaid Recipients
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OMIG letter identifies three areas of focus for 2009-10.
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08/18/2009
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n00003730
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CMS Issues Interpretive Guidance on Infection Control
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Revised surveyor guidance to be effective September 30, 2009
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08/18/2009
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n00003726
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Medicare Home Health PPS Rates
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CMS issues proposed rule on Medicare home health Part A rates for 2010.
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08/18/2009
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n00003725
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CMS to Host Call on 8/20 on Flu Preparedness
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H1N1 preparedness and response issues to be discussed.
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08/18/2009
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n00003724
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DOH Posts ACF QUIP Application and Hot Weather Advisory on HPN
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DALs announces availability of QUIP funding and hot weather advisory for ACFs.
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08/18/2009
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n00003723
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DOH Provides Training for Home Health Registry
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DOH posts a list of dates and locations for home health registry training.
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08/17/2009
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n00003728
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NYAHSA News Recap August 17, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap August 17, 2009
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08/17/2009
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n00003722
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NYAHSA Provides HUD PBCA Recommendations.
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NYAHSA provides recommendations to revise the national and New York state Project Based Contract Administration (PBCA) standards as requested by HUD.
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08/14/2009
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n00003721
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 14, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 14, 2009
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08/14/2009
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n00003720
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NYAHSA Meets with DOH on ALR Application Concerns
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NYAHSA expresses member concerns and possible solutions.
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08/14/2009
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n00003719
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Traumatic Brain Injury Waiver Resources Available
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DOH provides new resources for TBI waiver.
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08/14/2009
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n00003718
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New Flu Vaccination Regulations do not Apply to LTC Facilities
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DOH clarifies that new flu vaccine regulations do not apply to LTC facilities.
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08/14/2009
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n00003717
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Fiscal Digest
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Special Edition: Budgeting Issues for CY 2010
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08/13/2009
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n00003716
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 13, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 13, 2009
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08/13/2009
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n00003715
|
Nursing Home Work Group Meeting
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DOH re-schedules nursing home work group meeting to September 15th.
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08/12/2009
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n00003714
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 12, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 12, 2009
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08/12/2009
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n00003711
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NY State Electronic CON Project
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NYAHSA participates in electronic CON project.
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08/12/2009
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n00003710
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Conference Call Scheduled to Discuss Weatherization Funding Opportunity
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Call will discuss funding opportunity for weatherization projects.
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08/11/2009
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n00003708
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 11, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 11, 2009
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08/11/2009
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n00003707
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NPUAP Issues Summer 2009 Newsletter
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NPUAP newsletter includes recommendations for coding sDTI on the MDS 2.0.
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08/10/2009
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n00003706
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 10 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 10 2009
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08/10/2009
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n00003705
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Further Clarifications on Mandatory Nurse Overtime Prohibition
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ABSTRACT: Additional guidance on mandatory overtime ban for nurses.
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08/10/2009
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n00003704
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CMS Announces Order of QIS Implementation
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Implementation schedule for QIS issued by CMS
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08/10/2009
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n00003703
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Agenda for August 12 Community Services Issues Forum
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Agenda for August 12 Community Services Issues Forum
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08/07/2009
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n00003702
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 7, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 7, 2009
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08/07/2009
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n00003701
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Nursing Facility Medicaid Reimbursement Workgroup Meets
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NYAHSA raises issues at nursing home regional pricing workgroup meeting.
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08/06/2009
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n00003700
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 6, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 6, 2009
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08/06/2009
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n00003699
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Mandatory Influenza Vaccinations for all Home Health Personnel
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SHRPC approves emergency adoption of influenza vaccine for home health personnel and volunteers.
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08/05/2009
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n00003698
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 5 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 5 2009
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08/05/2009
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n00003697
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2009 Program Survey Report for Adult Day Health Care
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Department of Health issues the 2009 program survey report (PSR) for adult day health care (ADHC).
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08/05/2009
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n00003695
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Home Health Medicare PPS Pricer Program
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CMS issues July update to the Medicare home health reimbursement “pricer.”
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08/04/2009
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n00003694
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 4, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 4, 2009
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08/04/2009
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n00003692
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Adult Care Facility/Assisted Living Issue Forum Call Scheduled
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Member-only conference call scheduled for September 1 at 2:00.
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08/04/2009
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n00003691
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2008 Hospice Statistical Report Due August 31
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DOH posts 2008 Hospice Statistical Report instructions on HPN.
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08/04/2009
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n00003690
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Update on ADHC Federal and State Issues
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Federal legislation affecting ADHC and state fiscal and reporting issues
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|
08/03/2009
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n00003688
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 3, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for August 3, 2009
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08/03/2009
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n00003687
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Overview of ACF/Assisted Living Quarterly Meeting With DOH
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Updates on adult care facility and assisted living issues.
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08/03/2009
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n00003686
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FY 2010 SNF PPS Final Rule
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CMS finalizes Medicare SNF payment regulations effective October 1, 2009.
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07/31/2009
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n00003685
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 31, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 31, 2009
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07/31/2009
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n00003684
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2008 RHCF Cost Report
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DOH announces new deadline for the submission of the 2008 RHCF cost reports.
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07/31/2009
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n00003683
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DOH Division of Home and Community Based Services Staff News
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DOH announces new director and a promotion.
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07/31/2009
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n00003682
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Legislative Bulletin, Volume 2, Issue 25
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An update on legislative issues affecting NYAHSA members.
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07/31/2009
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n00003681
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DOH Issues Request for Proposals for LTC Assessment Center Demonstration
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Two centers will be established to serve Kings, Ulster and Orange counties.
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07/31/2009
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n00003680
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Red Flags Rule Enforcement Postponed
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FTC implements additional Red Flags Rule enforcement delay.
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07/31/2009
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n00003679
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Medicare DMEPOS Developments
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NYAHSA reminds members of current changes in DMEPOS billing.
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|
07/31/2009
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n00003678
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SOS (Scoop on Staffing) August 2009
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SOS (Scoop on Staffing) August 2009
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07/30/2009
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n00003677
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 30, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 30, 2009
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07/29/2009
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n00003676
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 29, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 29, 2009
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07/29/2009
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n00003675
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Mandatory Influenza Vaccine for Home Care Personnel Recommended by SHRPC
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|
Emergency adoption recommended for mandatory flu vaccinations for home care personnel and volunteers.
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|
07/28/2009
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n00003674
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 28, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 28, 2009
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07/28/2009
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n00003673
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Community Services Issues Forum Scheduled for August 12
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|
Community services issues forum scheduled for August 12, 2009.
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|
07/27/2009
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n00003672
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CMS Issues Revised Guidance for F441 – Infection Control
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Revised Infection Control guidance to surveyors available.
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|
07/27/2009
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n00003671
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Member Input Needed on NYAHSA Feedback on ALR Aide Training Curriculum
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|
Member review requested of comments prior to submission to DOH.
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|
07/24/2009
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n00003670
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LPN Survey Reminder
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|
The Center for Health Workforce Studies is conducting a brief survey on LPN staffing in nursing homes. Participants will receive the resulting report with nursing staff vacancy and turnover information.
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|
07/24/2009
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n00003669
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DOH Home Care Quarterly Meeting Summary
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|
DOH updates on home and community-based services issues.
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|
07/24/2009
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n00003666
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 24, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 24, 2009
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07/23/2009
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n00003660
|
HEAL NY 12 Grant Awards
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|
|
DOH announcement on the HEAL 12 grant awards expected soon.
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|
07/23/2009
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n00003659
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NYAHSA Raises Concerns on Nursing Home Bed Need Methodology
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|
|
DOH estimates number of needed nursing home beds.
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|
07/23/2009
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n00003658
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NYAHSA Testimony on 709.3 Bed Need Methodology
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NYAHSA testifies on nursing home bed need methodology.
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|
07/22/2009
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n00003657
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 22, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 22, 2009
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07/22/2009
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n00003656
|
Education on Nursing Home Emergency Preparedness
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NYAHSA offers audio-conference on nursing home evacuation.
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|
07/21/2009
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n00003655
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 21 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 21 2009
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07/21/2009
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n00003654
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Legislative Bulletin, Volume 2, Issue 24
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An update on legislative issues affecting NYAHSA members.
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07/21/2009
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n00003653
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Are You Up-to-Date on Your Medicaid Update?
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Medicaid newsletter provides updates on issues of interest to members.
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07/20/2009
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n00003652
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 20, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 20, 2009
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07/17/2009
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n00003651
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 17, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 17, 2009
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07/17/2009
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n00003650
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Advisor July/August 2009
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Advisor July/August 2009
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07/17/2009
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n00003649
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NYAHSA Advocates on Home Care Reimbursement Issues
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NYAHSA participates in joint association advocacy for home care reimbursement workgroup issues.
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|
07/16/2009
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n00003648
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 16, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 16, 2009
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07/16/2009
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n00003647
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NYAHSA Seeks Member Input for Upcoming Meeting with DOH
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NYAHSA to meet on home care and hospice issues with DOH.
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07/16/2009
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n00003646
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2008 RHCF Cost Reports
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Reminder that nursing homes cost reports are due this week.
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07/16/2009
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n00003645
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Medicare Adult Day Services Legislation – HR 3043
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Provides information and requests member action on proposed federal legislation that would provide Medicare coverage for adult day health care.
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07/16/2009
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n00003643
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NYSOFA Announces Community Empowerment Grants
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Fiftenn grants awarded for aging-in-place initiatives.
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07/16/2009
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n00003642
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CMS Approves Extension of LTHHCP Waiver Through October 12
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CMS extends LTHHCP waiver though October 12.
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07/16/2009
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n00003641
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CMS Proposes Rules Change on HCBS Issues
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Proposed new rules from CMS on two important HCBS issues.
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07/15/2009
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n00003640
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 15, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 15, 2009
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07/15/2009
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n00003639
|
CY 2010 Medicare Part B Rates
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Proposed rule on 2010 Medicare Part B rates includes significant decrease.
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|
07/15/2009
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n00003638
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NYAHSA Meets with DOH on Nursing Home Issues
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NYAHSA and DOH discuss nursing home program and survey issues.
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|
07/15/2009
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n00003637
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CMS Proposes Rules Change on HCBS Issues
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Proposed new rules from CMS on two important HCBS issues.
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07/14/2009
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n00003636
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 14, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 14, 2009
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07/13/2009
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n00003635
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Nursing Home Medicaid Reimbursement Updates
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|
Important updates in nursing home Medicaid reimbursement.
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07/13/2009
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n00003634
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 13, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 13, 2009
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|
07/10/2009
|
n00003633
|
Legislative Bulletin, Volume 2, Issue 23
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|
|
An update on legislative issues affecting NYAHSA members.
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07/10/2009
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n00003632
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 10, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 10, 2009
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07/10/2009
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n00003631
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Mandatory Nurse Overtime Prohibition Goes Into Effect
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|
Legislation limiting mandatory nurse overtime went into effect July 1, 2009.
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|
07/10/2009
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n00003630
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First Meeting of Home Health Care Reimbursement Workgroup
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NYAHSA participates in first home health care workgroup meeting.
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07/10/2009
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n00003629
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2008 LHCSA Statistical Report Due September 30
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DOH posts 2008 LHCSA Statistical Report instructions on HPN.
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|
07/10/2009
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n00003628
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NYAHSA Action Plan and Recent Developments on Regional Pricing
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NYAHSA's approach to Medicaid regional pricing for nursing home services.
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07/09/2009
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n00003627
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DOH Alerts CHHA and LHCSA Providers of Changes in Ownership
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DOH advises operators of CHHAs and LHCSAs of recent changes to state law.
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07/09/2009
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n00003626
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DOH Activates Survey for Agencies Receiving Medicaid Home Health Telehealth Reimbursement
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|
DOH surveys CHHAs and LTHHCPs participating in Medicaid Home Health Telehealth reimbursement.
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07/09/2009
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n00003625
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 9, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 9, 2009
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07/09/2009
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n00003624
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 8, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 8, 2009
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07/08/2009
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n00003623
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NYAHSA meets with DOH on CHRC requirements for ALPs.
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ALP Aides Soon Subject to Criminal Background Checks
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|
07/08/2009
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n00003622
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DOH Issues ADHC Transportation Rate Change Letter
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DOH will mail an ADHC transportation rate change letter to each program on June 8, 2009.
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07/07/2009
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n00003620
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 7 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 7 2009
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07/07/2009
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n00003619
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2008 CHHA and LTHHCP Statistical Reports Due August 31st
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DOH posts 2008 CHHA and LTHHCP Statistical Report instructions on HPN.
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|
07/07/2009
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n00003618
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Final OMIG Regulations Require Compliance Programs
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|
|
Newly adopted regulations apply to most assisted living programs.
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07/07/2009
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n00003617
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Assemblyman Advocates for Fair Treatment of Home Health Aides and Providers
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Assemblyman Gottfried advocates for agencies that used NCLEX-certified aides.
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07/06/2009
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n00003616
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State Agency Regulatory Agendas
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|
State agencies publish updated regulatory agendas.
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07/06/2009
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n00003615
|
HEAL NY 12 Update
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HEAL NY Phase 12 Update
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07/06/2009
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n00003614
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 6, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 6, 2009
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07/06/2009
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n00003613
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SOS (Scoop on Staffing) July 2009
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SOS (Scoop on Staffing) July 2009
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07/02/2009
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n00003611
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DOH Issues ACF DALs on Use of Electronic Medication Systems and Financial Report
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ACF financial report due and process for using electronic systems discussed.
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07/02/2009
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n00003610
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New York State Electronic Certificate of Need System
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DOH taps NYAHSA for electronic Certificate of Need (CON) workgroup.
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07/02/2009
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n00003609
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HHS Rescinds Targeted Case Management Rule
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HHS rescinds federal rule that could have had negative impact on services.
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07/01/2009
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n00003608
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 01, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for July 01, 2009
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07/01/2009
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n00003607
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Final Call for Free Salary Report
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Monday, July 6 is the last day to submit the nursing home salary survey.
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07/01/2009
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n00003606
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DOH Updates Nursing Home Bed Need Methodology
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New estimates of needed nursing home beds to be discussed.
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06/30/2009
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n00003605
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 30 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 30 2009
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06/30/2009
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n00003604
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DOH Changes Approval Process for HHATPs
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DOH implements two changes in the re-approval process for HHATPs.
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06/29/2009
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n00003603
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 29 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 29 2009
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06/29/2009
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n00003602
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Fiscal Digest
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An electronic newsletter for New York’s Long Term Care Financial Managers published by the New York Association of Homes & Services for the Aging
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06/29/2009
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n00003601
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DOH Posts Further Information on HEAL NY 12
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LTC capacity and utilization data posted for potential grant applicants.
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06/29/2009
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n00003600
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DOH Posts Updated List of PCATPs and HHATPs
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DOH posts a list of personal care and home health aide training programs.
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06/29/2009
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n00003599
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DOH Issues Request for Applications for Regional Resource Development Centers for TBI and NHTD Waivers
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DOH issues RFA for RRDCs to both TBI and NHTD waiver programs.
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06/29/2009
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n00003598
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CMS proposes to combine Medicaid HCBS waiver target populations.
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CMS proposes to combine Medicaid HCBS waiver target populations.
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06/26/2009
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n00003597
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Overview of ALR Application Conference Call
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Overview of member concerns regarding ALR application process.
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06/26/2009
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n00003596
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ADHC Transportation Rate Change
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DOH announces changes in ADHC transportation rates effective July 1,2009. ADHCC to hold conference call on Fri., June 26, to discuss these changes.
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06/26/2009
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n00003595
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Legislative Bulletin, Volume 2, Issue 22
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An update on legislative issues affecting NYAHSA members.
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06/26/2009
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n00003594
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 26, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 26, 2009
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06/26/2009
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n00003592
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CMS Issues New Survey and Certification Letter Regarding CMP Funds
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CMS survey and certification letter clarifies use of CMP funds.
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06/25/2009
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n00003590
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 25, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 25, 2009
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06/25/2009
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n00003589
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Update on Nursing Home Transition and Diversion Waiver and Money Follows the Person Initiative
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NYAHSA participates in MFP and NHTD workgroup meetings
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06/25/2009
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n00003587
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Volume VI Issue 1--June 2009
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Volume VI Issue 1--June 2009
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06/24/2009
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n00003586
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2008 RHCF Cost Report Reminder
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DOH reminds nursing homes of cost report due date, clarifies new schedule requirements.
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06/24/2009
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n00003585
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 24 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 24 2009
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06/23/2009
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n00003583
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 23, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 23, 2009
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06/23/2009
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n00003582
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NYAHSA News Recap June 22, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap
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06/22/2009
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n00003580
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LPN Supply and Demand Study
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The Center for Health Workforce Studies is conducting a study of LPN supply and demand and requests your participation.
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06/22/2009
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n00003579
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Tell Congress to Stop Proposed Medicare Payment Freeze
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Members asked to contact Congress on proposed payment freeze.
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06/22/2009
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n00003578
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DOH Announces First Home Care Reimbursement Workgroup Meeting
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Home care reimbursement workgroup to meet on July 7.
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06/22/2009
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n00003577
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Revised FTC Red Flags Rule Deadline
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Second Red Flags Rule enforcement deadline approaching.
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06/22/2009
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n00003576
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DOH Issues RFA for 100 ALP Beds in Niagara County
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Applications will be accepted from entities in and outside of Niagara County.
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06/19/2009
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n00003575
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Legislative Bulletin, Volume 2, Issue 21
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An update on legislative issues affecting NYAHSA members.
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06/19/2009
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n00003573
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Further Information on HEAL NY Phase 12
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DOH issues additional details on HEAL NY 12 grant process.
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06/19/2009
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n00003572
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Letter from Carl Young on home care aide licensing issue
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Carl Young addresses NYAHSA members regarding the state's actions in the wake of the news of phony aide certifications.
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06/19/2009
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n00003570
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NYAHSA Advocates on Home Health Aide Training Program Issue
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NYAHSA urges fair treatment for agencies that acted in good faith.
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06/18/2009
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n00003569
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 18, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 18, 2009
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06/17/2009
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n00003568
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 17, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 17, 2009
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06/17/2009
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n00003567
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SNF PPS Proposed Rule - Urgent Time Sensitive Response Needed
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Member nursing home input needed on proposed Medicare Part A rule.
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06/17/2009
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n00003566
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ACF EnAbLE Grant Awards Announced
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Long-awaited announcement regarding grant funding awards
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06/17/2009
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n00003565
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Five-Star Quality Rating System - June News
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CMS issues June newsletter regarding Five-Star Quality Rating System.
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06/16/2009
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n00003564
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OIG Reports on New York City Personal Care Services Claims
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OIG releases report on personal care services claims.
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06/16/2009
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n00003563
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 16, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 16, 2009
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06/16/2009
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n00003561
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SOS (Scoop on Staffing) June 2009
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SOS (Scoop on Staffing) June 2009
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06/15/2009
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n00003558
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 15, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 15, 2009
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06/15/2009
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n00003556
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NYAHSA Files Medicaid Rebasing Delay Lawsuit
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NYAHSA files suit on rebasing delay.
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06/12/2009
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n00003557
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 12, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 12, 2009
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06/12/2009
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n00003555
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Legislative Bulletin, Volume 2, Issue 20
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An update on legislative issues affecting NYAHSA members.
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06/11/2009
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n00003554
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SNF ABN and Medicare University Resources
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NGS offers guidance on advance beneficiary notices and biller certification.
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06/11/2009
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n00003553
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 11, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 11, 2009
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06/10/2009
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n00003552
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 10, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 10, 2009
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06/10/2009
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n00003549
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Assisted Living Issue Forum Call Scheduled for June 17 at 3 p.m.
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Call will focus specifically on ALR application process.
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06/10/2009
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n00003548
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DAL Issued Regarding CHRC Live Scan Implementation
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DOH announces requirements for CHRC starting June 15.
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06/10/2009
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n00003547
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Are You Up-to-Date on Your Medicaid Update?
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Medicaid newsletter provides updates on issues of interest to members.
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06/09/2009
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n00003546
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NYAHSA News Recap June 9, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap June 9, 2009
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06/08/2009
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n00003545
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 8, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 8, 2009
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06/08/2009
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n00003544
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Spring Institute Advisor -= Award winners
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Spring Institute Advisor -= Award winners
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06/08/2009
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n00003543
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Advisor, May/June 2009
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Advisor, May/June 2009
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06/08/2009
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n00003542
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Traumatic Brain Injury Waiver Program Manual Available
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DOH updates TBI waiver program manual.
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06/05/2009
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n00003541
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 5, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 5, 2009
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06/05/2009
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n00003539
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Legislative Bulletin, Volume 2, Issue 19
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An update on legislative issues, affecting NYAHSA members.
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06/05/2009
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n00003537
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Medicare NHVBP Demonstration Program
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CMS completes solicitation for Nursing Home Value Based Purchasing demo.
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06/05/2009
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n00003536
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Arrest Made at Home Health Aide Training School in Bronx
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NCLEX Review and Preparatory Solution issued phony certificates to HHAs.
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06/04/2009
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n00003540
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 4, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for June 4, 2009
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06/04/2009
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n00003534
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An urgent video message from Carl Young
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Video message from Carl Young regarding the AAHSA Call-In Day, letting Congress know that health care reform isn’t reform unless it deals with long term care.
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06/04/2009
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n00003533
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CMS Issues S & C Letter Regarding Intent of F371 Sanitary Conditions
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CMS clarifies issue of residents accepting food from visitors, friends and family members as it relates to F371.
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06/01/2009
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n00003532
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NYAHSA News Recap for May 29, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for May 29, 2009
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05/29/2009
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n00003531
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SNF Proposed Rule
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CMS provides more details on the Medicare SNF PPS proposed rule.
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05/29/2009
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n00003530
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Legislative Bulletin, Volume 2, Issue 18
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An update on legislative issues affecting NYAHSA members.
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05/29/2009
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n00003529
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Nursing Home Salary Report
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Free, comprehensive Salary Report to be provided to nursing home members who participate in the NYAHSA Salary Survey.
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05/29/2009
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n00003526
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Statewide ACF Disaster Preparedness Trainings Scheduled
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Save the date!
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05/29/2009
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n00003525
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Statewide ACF Disaster Preparedness Trainings Scheduled
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Save the date!
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05/29/2009
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n00003524
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Board for Nursing Issues Guidance on Coumadin Dosing Managed by Nurses
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Practice alert issued by Board for Nursing regarding Coumadin (Warfarin) dosing and management protocols.
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05/29/2009
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n00003521
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Fiscal Digest
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An electronic newsletter for New York’s Long Term Care Financial Managers published by the New York Association of Homes & Services for the Aging
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05/28/2009
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n00003520
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NYAHSA News Recap for May 28, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for May 28, 2009
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05/27/2009
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n00003519
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HEAL NY 12 Bidder's Conference
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Further Information on HEAL NY Phase 12
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05/27/2009
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n00003518
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NYAHSA News Recap for May 27, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for May 27, 2009
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05/27/2009
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n00003514
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HIPAAUpdate
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An electronic newsletter examining the latest trends in health information technology and HIPAA, published for you by the New York Association of Homes & Services for the Aging.
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05/26/2009
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n00003517
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NYAHSA News Recap for May 26, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for May 26, 2009
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05/26/2009
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n00003513
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NYAHSA’s Senior Housing Highlights
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The May edition of the Senior Housing Highlights, the NYAHSA Center’s electronic publication on federal and New York state senior housing news.
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05/26/2009
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n00003512
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Advisor May/June 09
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Advisor May/June 09
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05/26/2009
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n00003511
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NYAHSA Participates in DOH ALP Workgroup
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Workgroup on ALP reform convenes first meeting; member input sought.
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05/26/2009
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n00003510
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DOH Issues Letter on RHCF Asset Transfers/Equity Withdrawals
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Clarifications on new prior approval requirement for asset transfers.
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05/22/2009
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n00003516
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NYAHSA News Recap for May 22, 2009
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NYAHSA News Recap for May 22, 2009
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05/22/2009
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n00003509
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MDS Roster Resubmission
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DOH has issued a DAL detailing the Jan. 28th MDS roster resubmission process.
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05/22/2009
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n00003507
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HUD PBCA Recommendations Conference Call Scheduled for May 29
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Conference call scheduled for member input on HUD Project Based Contract Administration (PBCA) recommendations.
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