HHS, OCR Nondiscrimination Rules FAQs Now Available

Regulations; Compliance; Survey and Certification; AHCA/NCAL Updates
 
​​​As the initial implementation dates for the new nondiscrimination in hea​lth care rules by the Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Office of Civil Rights (OCR) are here, members are seeking clarification on various components and inclusions within these rules. AHCA/NCAL has developed a frequently asked questions (FAQ) resource to share responses to these common questions.

This FAQ resource complements the two resources AHCA/NCAL developed outlining the regulatory impact and implementation dates. Please note that all three resources are exclusive to AHCA/NCAL members (login is required).

As a reminder, these rules apply to federally funded health programs and services, meaning nursing homes and ID/DD providers are subject to these final rules. Assisted living communities could be subject to these rules if they receive federal financial assistance (e.g., through a Medicaid waiver program).

Questions? Please contact regulatory@ah​ca.org​.