The California Department of Health has issued a new All Facilities Letter extending the operation of the Small House Skilled Nursing Facilities (SHSNF) Pilot Program from January 1, 2020, to January 1, 2026. The SHSNF Pilot Program allows the development and operation of up to ten small, residential facilities eligible for Medicare/Medi-Cal participation and licensed to provide skilled nursing and supportive care to residents. The extension of the pilot program permits a third round of applications, with a deadline of June 14, 2019. The deadline for the second application round is December 14, 2018. The operational deadline for all pilot facilities has been extended to October 31, 2021. Healthcare facilities are encouraged to refer to the full text of all applicable sections of the Health and Safety Code and the California Code of Regulations to ensure compliance. Questions regarding the SHSNF Pilot Program can be emailed to SHSNFPilotProgram@cdph.ca.gov.
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