The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (“CMS”) has announced the nationwide implementation of a new Risk-Based Survey (“RBS”) process for qualifying nursing homes beginning September 8, 2026. CMS Memorandum QSO-26-14-NH explains that the RBS is intended to allow State Survey Agencies (“SAs”) to use fewer survey resources at higher-performing facilities and redirect resources... READ MORE
Skilled Nursing Update: CMS Implements Nationwide Risk-Based Surveys For Higher-Performing Skilled Nursing Facilities
Posted on July 17, 2026 in Health Law News, Long-Term Care, Home Health & Hospice
Published by: Hall Render
