Washington, D.C. – The American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL) released the following statement on the U.S. Senate confirmation of Dr. Mehmet Oz as Administrator of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
The following is attributable to Clif Porter, AHCA/NCAL President & CEO:
“We congratulate Dr. Oz on his confirmation to lead CMS and oversee Medicaid and Medicare, two critical programs that are integral to the millions of seniors and individuals with disabilities who need long term and post-acute care. He brings a unique perspective and medical experience that will offer fresh leadership to the agency.
“Next year, the oldest Baby Boomers will turn 80, and more people than ever will need long term care. It is critical that our nation’s leaders prioritize, support, and invest in America’s seniors and their caregivers.
“Together, we can advance bold solutions that offer a better way to support the high-quality care our nation’s seniors and individuals with disabilities deserve. We look forward to working with Administrator Oz on these solutions, such as protecting critical funding, strengthening our workforce, and rationalizing the regulatory environment.”