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 ICYMI: New Government Reports Show High Denial and Overturn Rates for Medicare Advantage Enrollees6.15.2026ICYMI: the largest Medicare Advantage Organizations have denied requests for skilled nursing and other post-acute care at high, disproportional rates, according to an alarming report released from the OIG last week. Read MoreLong Term Care Leaders Convene on Capitol Hill to Champion Access to Care Solutions6.08.2026Today, AHCA/NCAL welcomes nearly 650 long term and post-acute care professionals to its annual Congressional Briefing, a pivotal two-day event that offers attendees a unique opportunity to engage directly with lawmakers.Read MoreAHCA/NCAL Welcomes Texas Nursing Home Coalition as State Affiliate6.02.2026Beginning July 1, AHCA/NCAL will represent long term and post-acute care providers in Texas through affiliation with the Texas Nursing Home Coalition (TNHC)Read MoreIn Case You Missed It: New Study Shows I-SNPs Leading to Better Outcomes in Long Term Care6.01.2026In case you missed it, new research has identified a correlation between Institutional Special Needs Plans (I-SNPs) enrollment and improved health outcomes for long term care beneficiaries. Read More Latest Blogs from AHCA/NCAL Gero Nurse Prep Trained Nurses = Lower Staff Turnover, Higher Occupancy & Fewer Citations6.15.2026Research conducted in 2025 by the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Nursing found compelling reasons to consider the Gero Nurse Prep course for LPNs/LVNs and RNs. Read MoreAAPACN’s Post-Acute Care Nurse Resources Are Available to AHCA Members at Exclusive Discount Prices 6.15.2026Through a partnership with AAPACN, AHCA members can access tools designed to help skilled nursing professionals manage documentation, quality measures and resident safety.Read MoreCMS Posts FY 2027 ICD-10-CM Update Effective 10/1/20266.15.2026CMS has posted the 2027 ICD-10-CM files which contain information on the ICD-10-CM updates for Fiscal Year 2026. 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