Communications & News Page Content AHCA/NCAL is at the forefront of the long term care profession, helping to shape the future of care for our nation’s seniors and individuals with disabilities. With this leadership comes responsibility to keep AHCA/NCAL members, the press, and the public informed on important issues that impact long term care. Stay up to date on all the latest information by following our social media pages on Facebook, X, and YouTube! Featured Video Closed Doors, Open Hearts: Nursing Homes and COVID-19Disclaimer: Some of the content contained in this documentary may be emotionally traumatic to watch, especially for those in long term care.This film, produced by AHCA in 2021, provides an intimate look at of the day-to-day reality of the COVID-19 pandemic in two long term care facilities. It highlights the many challenges for long term care residents and families, as well as the heroes that fought to keep residents safe during the COVID-19 pandemic. 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Learn More Latest News from AHCA/NCAL New Survey Highlights Devastating Impact of Medicaid Reductions on Nursing Homes6.09.2025A new survey from the AHCA finds that an overwhelming majority of nursing home providers are deeply concerned about potential Medicaid reductions.Read MoreGallin, DeMattos Honored with Joe Warner Patient Advocacy Award6.09.2025Today, AHCA/NCAL announced that Kathy E. Gallin, vice president of legislative affairs at Signature Healthcare and Joseph DeMattos, former CEO of the HFAM have been named recipients of the prestigious Joe Warner Patient Advocacy Award.Read MoreAHCA/NCAL Names John Kane Head of Reimbursement Policy6.02.2025We're happy to announce that John Kane has been named the association's Senior Vice President of Reimbursement Policy, effective immediately. Read MoreAHCA/NCAL Announces 2025 Bronze National Quality Award Recipients5.30.2025Today, we're happy to announce the 2025 Bronze – Commitment to Quality Award recipients. This year, 486 skilled nursing facilities, 129 assisted living communities, and 38 combined SNF/AL providers in 46 states earned the Bronze Award.Read More Latest Blogs from AHCA/NCAL Clarifying Speech Language Pathologists Qualifications6.13.2025Read MoreConsider the Affordable Health Benefits Employees Can Use on Day One6.13.2025AHCA/NCAL Insurance Solutions offers employee health and insurance programs through an exclusive partnership with Compass Total Benefit SolutionsRead MoreCMS Posts FY 2026 ICD-10-CM Update6.13.2025The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services posted the 2026 ICD-10-CM files, which contain information on the ICD-10-CM updates for Fiscal Year 2026. Read MoreCMS Updates SNF Medicare Provider Compliance Guidance Resource to Prevent Claim Denials6.13.2025CMS announced in its weekly MLNConnects weekly newsletter that the agency has updated its Medicare Compliance Tips for SNF Services resource. 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