FMAP Threatened - We Need Your Help!

VHCA (6/4/2010)

Earlier today, VHCA nursing facility members and contacts were sent an email outlining the current status of efforts in Washington to pass the six-month extension for enhanced federal Medicaid matching funding to states.  It is critical that both Governor McDonnell and Virginia’s Congressional Delegation hear from every long term care professional working in a Virginia nursing facility about the need to avoid additional Medicaid payment cuts that will be triggered should the extension not be approved by Congress.

Specifically, Virginia's 2011-2012 Budget requires Medicaid payment reductions if Congress fails to extend the enhanced FMAP program through June 30, 2011.  For nursing facilities, these cuts would lower operating payments by 3% in both state fiscal years 2011 and 2012. Additional reductions to fair rental value capital payments would also be implemented bringing the total additional cuts to $29.3 million ($4.55 per patient day) in 2011 and $32.7 million ($5.05 PPD) in 2012.

If you did not receive the email with the advocacy request, please let us know and we’ll get you the information.  If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact us at 804.353.9101.