Aug. 20, 2026
Featured News
Nursing Home Rates Posted by DHS
On August 20, 2026 by Jeff Bostic
After months of delay due to late submission by DHS of the State Plan Amendment (SPA) to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), nursing home rate notices for January 1, 2026, were posted on Friday, Aug. 21 to the nursing facility provider portal.
Federal Court Dismisses Nursing Home Workforce Standards Board Lawsuit
On August 20, 2026 by Mark Schulz
On August 17, U.S. District Court Judge Nancy Brasel issued an Order dismissing the lawsuit that LeadingAge Minnesota, along with our Long-Term Care Imperative (LTCI) partner, filed in March 2026 challenging the Nursing Home Workforce Standards Board (NHWSB).
Stars Among Us: Recognition Begins with a Nomination
On August 20, 2026 by Barbara Landeen
Every Stars Among Us Award begins the same way: with someone taking the time to nominate a deserving person or program.
Federal News
CMS Releases Surveyor Resources for SNF Risk-Based Surveys
On August 20, 2026 by Kari Everson
On August 13, 2026, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released the surveyor resources for the newly implemented Risk Based Survey (RBS) process.
Bridging the Gap: Turning Section GG Accuracy into Better Outcomes
On August 20, 2026 by LeadingAge Minnesota
Section GG has become one of the most influential sections of the Minimum Data Set (MDS), yet it remains one of the most misunderstood. While many clinicians recognize its importance for Medicare reimbursement, Section GG extends far beyond payment. Accurate coding directly impacts Quality Measures, Value-Based Purchasing, Five-Star performance, state Medicaid case-mix systems, discharge planning, and the resident's overall clinical story.
Member News
Supporting Older Adults Through Counseling
On August 20, 2026 by LeadingAge Minnesota
Learning and professional development can take many forms, and LeadingAge Minnesota’s education partners offer additional opportunities for professionals to grow and explore new areas of expertise. One of those partners, Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, offers graduate programs that help professionals build specialized knowledge and skills for the next step in their careers.
Education Solutions
New 5-Pack Webinar Bundle Makes CEUs More Flexible and Affordable
On August 20, 2026 by Sharon Hollister
LeadingAge Minnesota is making it easier to fit professional development—and continuing education—into your schedule with the new 5-Pack Webinar Bundle.