Healthcare Finance News January 14, 2025
CMS said RNs will be able to receive up to $40,000 for student loan debt and/or a $10,000 stipend after a three-year stint.
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services is offering eligible nursing homes a shot at applying for Financial Incentive Administrator designation as part of its recently announced Nursing Home Staffing Campaign.
CMS issued a notice of funding opportunity, which provides detailed information on becoming an FIA. It also details how the program aims to support nursing homes in areas with high labor shortages, specifically focused on Registered Nurses.
WHAT’S THE IMPACT
While the funding is not yet available, organizations that become an FIA will provide funds to RNs to work in a qualifying nursing home or at...