For Immediate Release
February 5, 2024 | Volume 9, Issue No. 6
TOP STORIES:
All Voices Needed for Home Care in Budget
As the Joint Legislative Budget hearings continue into this week and next on to the non-health areas of the Executive’s 2024-25 State Budget proposal, HCA has moved full swing into meetings with legislative health and budget leaders on priority needs for the field.
The 2024 Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Application Cycle Is Now Open
The Nurse Corps Loan Repayment Program (LRP), administered by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA), pays up to 85% of unpaid nursing education debt for qualifying registered nurses (RNs); advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs); and nurse faculty (NF).
New OSHA Reporting Requirements
HCA has confirmed with OSHA that home health and non-inpatient hospice services are not included in a list of high hazard industries and are not required to electronically submit information from Form 300 and Form 301. However, in-patient hospices are considered a high hazard industry and thus those with 100 or more employees must electronically submit information from their Form 300 and Form 301 to OSHA once a year.
Johanne Morne Named Executive Deputy Commissioner at DOH
"We are fortunate to have Johanne and I look forward to her working with all of us to help carry out our vision of eliminating health disparities in New York," said Commissioner Jim McDonald M.D., M.P.H.
CMS Releases Proposed Payment Updates for 2025 Medicare Advantage and Part D Programs
The CY 2025 Advance Notice includes the continued phase-in of the updated MA risk adjustment model and updates to the calculation of growth rates related to medical education costs, and other technical revisions.
Antiviral Treatment Update
Providers should advise patients about access to patient assistance programs to minimize out-of-pocket costs and delays in treatment.
Access Ends To Submit 2022 LHCSA Statistical Report
Agencies that have not registered must contact DOH at
Older Adults Encouraged to Get RSV, COVID-19 and Flu Vaccines
Individuals who are eligible can receive flu and the updated COVID-19 shot together, and adults 60 years and older, in consultation with their health care provider, can also receive the RSV vaccine, but should discuss getting all three at the same time with their health care provider.
Tap Into HCA’s Resources!
The Home Care Association of New York State Education and Research (HCA E&R) has several free resources available for use and reference.
Integrating Social Determinants of Health Screening Tool in Home Health Care: Regional Toolkit Training
HCA E&R & IPRO have developed a new toolkit to provide step-by-step recommendations your home health agency can take to integrate a social determinants of health screening and referral process into its workflow
Now Available! New Resources on Infection Control for Home Health Care Providers
A 2022 Community Health Accreditation Partner report revealed that improper hand hygiene and protocols related bags used to carry medical equipment or supplies into patients’ homes were among the Top 10 Home Health Deficiencies.
NYS Health Foundation Announces Request for Proposals
Funding will support an organization’s efforts to replicate and expand successful project models, broaden the scope of its work at a local, regional, or statewide level; deepen knowledge in the health field; improve health care practices; and/or address a timely health-related issue affecting a significant number of individuals living in New York State.
Request for Proposals: Surveillance and Investigation Activities for Adult Care Facilities, Licensed Home Care Services Agencies, Nursing Homes, and Intermediate Care Facilities for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities
The Department, under contract with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), is responsible for oversight of compliance with the state and federal Medicare and Medicaid health and safety standards for long term care providers.
Invitation to Submit Proposals to Present at HCA Conferences and Events
HCA E&R welcomes proposals from engaging presenters with expertise on topics that impact Medicare-certified, Medicaid-certified, and private duty home care providers, hospice providers and Managed Long Term Care plans.
Master Plan for Aging Survey – Deadline Extended
Due to the recent surge in enthusiasm and overwhelming response from survey participants, DOH is extending the survey period through February 29, 2024.
Now Available! 2024 HCA Marketing Prospectus
This year, we are once again offering several opportunities, and an expanded range of benefits in several sponsorship categories. These opportunities have been designed to offer you greater flexibility to select a sponsorship package and options that best support your engagement goals.
HCANYS Home Care & Hospice Worker Safety Resources
With incidents and concerns about safety while delivering care in the field on the rise, it is a reminder how important it is to focus on prevention. HCA has prepared a list of resources to help support you in this vital goal.
Upcoming Important Deadlines
Stay up to date on upcoming dates/requirements that impact home care, hospices and managed long term care plans.
UPCOMING VIRTUAL EVENTS
The Latest Data on Home Health Care Recruitment and Retention and the Implications for Intervention
Feb 7, 2024
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Integrating Social Determinants of Health Screening Tool in Home Health Care: Regional Toolkit Training
February 8-March 28
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Enhancing Quality Improvement for Home Health Care: A 5-Part Series
February 20, March 19, April 16, May 21
11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Artificial Intelligence and Its Impacts on Emergency Preparedness for New York City Home Care Providers
March 27, 2024
11:00 AM – 12:15 PM