Money moves
Year-End Census Holds Steady Despite Holiday Discharges
Industry data shows national SNF occupancy remained stable at 78.2% through Christmas, with hospital discharge referrals offsetting family-requested discharges.
Policy watch
2026 Regulatory Calendar Takes Shape
CMS has posted its Spring 2026 unified agenda, with proposed rules on SNF quality measures and ownership transparency expected in Q2.
Heads up
Post-Holiday Admissions Expected to Surge
Facilities are preparing for increased hospital transfers next week as delayed elective procedures resume and family caregivers return to work.
Deal watch
January Closings Expected for Q4 Pipeline Deals
Brokers report approximately $680M in transactions set to close in the first two weeks of January, following typical year-end documentation delays.
The bottom line
The quiet week between holidays finds operators managing current census while preparing for the new year ahead.