The Long-Term Care Regulation Provider Letter PL 2023-07 outlines the processes related to temporary closures of nursing homes and other healthcare facilities. Temporary closures allow providers to cease operations due to unexpected events or disasters, giving them time to complete repairs and resume operations without reapplying for licensure or certification. The letter defines temporary closures for facilities as a cessation of operations for longer than 30 days, and for Home and Community Support Services Agencies (HCSSAs) as suspending operations for 10 or more consecutive days. The policy details and provider responsibilities vary depending on the type of facility. Providers must follow the outlined process to avoid adverse regulatory action. To reopen, facilities may require a Life Safety Code Survey. The letter aims to ensure that processes related to temporary closures are well defined following the conclusion of the emergency temporary closure process in January 2023.

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