06/05/2025

Federal Government Appeals Ruling on Nursing Home Staffing Mandate

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is appealing a federal court decision that invalidated key components of the national nursing home staffing mandate. In April, U.S. District Judge Matthew J. Kacsmaryk ruled that the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) exceeded its authority by requiring 24/7 registered nurse coverage and setting minimum hourly staffing rates. HHS has now filed an appeal with the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, seeking to reinstate these provisions. The outcome of the appeal could significantly influence future staffing regulations and operational standards for nursing homes nationwide.

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