Judge blocks Biden rule requiring more staff at nursing homes

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Federal judge blocks Biden nursing home staffing mandate

On Monday, a federal judge in Texas struck down a Biden-era rule that would have required them to add nurses to meet minimum staffing requirements.

Judge rules against Biden rule to up nursing home staff

A U.S. District Court judge in Texas on Monday ruled against a Biden administration rule that sought to increase staffing in long-term care facilities. Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk threw out the Biden-era policy on Monday, arguing it goes against existing legislation passed by Congress. The Biden administration proposed multiple reforms to nursing homes after more than…

Federal Judge Blocks Mandate on Nursing Home Staffing

A federal judge in Texas blocked a Biden administration rule to boost staffing at nursing homes, even though many homes lack enough workers to maintain residents’ care. KFF Health News walked through the decision from the judge and what it could mean for nursing home staffing. This slide presentation first appeared on KFF Health News’ Instagram account. If you enjoyed this story from the KFF Health News social team, follow us on Instagram: @kffh…

Senate passes bill on nursing home reviews, rejects Democrats' calls for more oversight • Iowa Capital Dispatch

The Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals and Licensing oversees nursing homes in the state of Iowa. (Photo via Getty Images; logo courtesy of the State of Iowa) The Iowa Senate passed a bill clarifying some parts of the process for the state’s review of “immediate jeopardy” violations at Iowa nursing homes, but did not approve changes suggested by Democratic senators to increase oversight and regulation over care facilities in the state. Hous…

Illinois nursing homes seek Medicaid rate hike

SPRINGFIELD — Nursing home industry officials are urging Illinois lawmakers to increase the rates they receive from the state’s Medicaid system, arguing the current rates are outdated and are forcing many facilities around the state out of business.