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July 7, 2025 | Volume 10, Issue No. 26
* Beginning this week, Situation Report will be published biweekly through September 2. We will resume weekly production on September 8.
Reconciliation Bill Signed. Now What?
HCANYS will be working with our state and federal advocacy teams on discerning the results, including anticipated fiscal impacts, and next steps for elements of Medicaid and other federal budget issues not contained in the reconciliation bill, but potentially items that may be revisited in the fall months (e.g., provisions that would have fiscally penalized states for maintaining state-only Medicaid coverage for certain noncitizens excluded from Medicaid under the newly enacted law).
Statewide FI Transition – July Update
In the wake of the amended Preliminary Injunction, the NYS Department of Health (DOH) released new guidance, which takes effect immediately.
HCANYS Memo on CY2026 HHPPS Proposed Rules for Medicare Home Health Services
HCANYS will exercise strong advocacy to protect the Medicare home health benefit including immediate engagement with New York’s Congressional delegation in July as well as working with our colleagues at the National Association for Home Care and Hospice (NAHC).
HCA E&R Hearts in Home Care Nurse Scholarship Deadline Next Week!
Check out our new Frequently Asked Questions!
DOL Proposes Companionship Exemption
If the DOL’s proposed rule is finalized, workers who provide companionship services will be exempted from federal minimum wage and overtime requirements.
Complimentary Webinar: Social Care Networks: Opportunities for Provider Participation and Impact
This webinar is for health care and behavioral health providers and leaders involved in population health, social care, or care management from hospitals, health systems, primary care practices, behavioral health organizations, and community health centers, including federally qualified health centers.
Upcoming Health Commerce Systems (HCS) Security Enhancements
To enhance security on the Health Commerce Systems (HCS), the Department of Health has implemented changes on the HCS UAT environment; changes will be made on Production on Monday, July 14th at 7:00 PM.
Health Advisory: Influenza Testing among Persons with Respiratory Illness During Periods of Low Influenza Virus Circulation
In response to the ongoing global outbreak of HPAI A(H5N1), the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is encouraging year-round testing for influenza among persons with respiratory illness in hospital and outpatient settings.
OMIG To Begin Performing a 12-Month Review Period for Compliance Program Reviews
CPRs serve to determine whether required providers have adopted, implemented, and maintained an effective compliance program as required by Title 18 New York Codes, Rules, and Regulations Part 521.
April 1, 2025 Rate Update for Cost-of-Living-Adjustment (COLA)
Effective April 1, 2025, the mental health outpatient service rates have been increased to reflect a legislatively mandated 2.6 percent COLA, consistent with the State Fiscal Year 2025-26 Enacted State Budget and will be reflected in premiums upon State and Federal approvals.
Minimum Needs Requirement Update to the Eligibility Requirements for Managed Long Term Care Enrollment
Effective September 1, 2025, the New York State Department of Health (Department) will implement a change in the MLTC Program eligibility criteria for MLTC Partial Capitation (MLTCP) and Medicaid Advantage Plus (MAP) plans.
Medicaid Update - May 2025
The Office of Health Insurance Programs of the New York State Department of Health has approved the release of the May 2025 Medicaid Update.
Recorded Webinar Available: Lunch and Learn Series
HCANYS encourages members to take advantage of these offerings on compliance, surveys and a host of topics.
NYC Department for the Aging To Host Two Webinars
The NYC Department for the Aging (NYC Aging) is hosting two webinars this July: one on hepatitis and another on optimal aging.
A Few Minutes Of Your Time: SHIN-NY Feedback
NYeC would appreciate receiving direct feedback from Statewide Health Information Network for New York (SHIN-NY) users-- the clinicians, case managers, integration specialists, etc.
How to Have a Safe, Mosquito-Free Summer
The NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene's Center for Health Equity and Community Wellness is hosting a free webinar on July 15 on "How to Have a Safe, Mosquito-Free Summer.
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