Beyond Compliance: Turning CMS Changes into Strategic Advantage

Wednesday, September 2, 2026
9:00 am to 4:00 pm | Registration at 8:30 am
110 Barnes Rd, Wallingford, CT (CHA Building)

Full-Day Program in Partnership with Gold Partner, Celtic Consulting

The regulatory and reimbursement landscape for skilled nursing facilities continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace. CMS expectations are expanding beyond compliance, requiring organizations to leverage data, strengthen documentation, improve quality outcomes, and proactively prepare for increased oversight. This comprehensive educational program provides nursing home leaders with a practical roadmap for navigating the FY2027 regulatory environment. Participants will examine the latest CMS Final Rule updates, understand the financial implications of the Skilled Nursing Facility Value-Based Purchasing (SNF VBP) Program, prepare for Round Two of the SNF Quality Reporting Program (QRP) Validation Audits, and learn how to transform operational data into meaningful leadership decisions. Throughout the day, attendees will gain practical tools, implementation strategies, and actionable resources to strengthen organizational performance, reduce compliance risk, improve reimbursement, and build a culture of continuous quality improvement.

Learning Objectives
•  Describe key provisions of the FY2027 CMS Final Rule and evaluate their operational and financial impact.
•  Explain changes within the Skilled Nursing Facility Value-Based Purchasing (SNF VBP) Program and identify strategies to improve performance.
•  Prepare organizations for Round Two of CMS SNF Quality Reporting Program Validation Audits.
•  Identify documentation practices that support accurate quality reporting and reimbursement.
•  Utilize CMS reports and organizational data to prioritize quality improvement initiatives.
•  Develop practical action plans that align regulatory compliance with organizational performance goals.
•  Apply data-driven leadership strategies to proactively identify risk and improve resident outcomes.

Registration Information
LeadingAge Connecticut & Rhode Island Members: $165
Non-members: $235

•  Registration is a commitment to pay in full.
•  5.0 CT RI NHA and AL CEUs will be available post event.
•  Deadline to register for this webinar is Friday, August 28.

Questions? Call us (203) 678-4477 or email us at [email protected].