Money moves
Congress Passes Spending Bill With Medicaid Provisions
The year-end spending package includes a 6-month extension of enhanced FMAP rates that support state Medicaid nursing facility payments through June 2026.
Policy watch
CMS Announces January Care Compare Update Schedule
The next quality data refresh will include updated staffing metrics and the first full year of health information transfer measure data.
Heads up
Holiday Staffing Plans Activate Across the Country
Facilities report elevated use of bonus pay and flexible scheduling as they manage coverage through the Christmas-New Year period.
Deal watch
Private Equity Exit Trends Analyzed in Year-End Report
Industry analysis shows PE-backed SNF divestitures increased 34% in 2025, with average hold periods shortening to 4.2 years.
The bottom line
Holiday weekend begins with federal funding secured, quality metrics pending, and operators focused on staffing through the season.