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Bay State overhauling review process for health care projects

Bay State overhauling review process for health care projects

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BOSTON — Nursing homes looking to expand their facilities will need to participate in Medicaid under a broad overhaul of Department of Public Health regulations presented Tuesday. "By including Medicaid as a requirement for the determination of needs, this ensures that the most vulnerable populations among us also get access to that high-quality care," Public Health Commissioner Dr. Monica Bharel told the News Service.

BOSTON — Nursing homes looking to expand their facilities will need to participate in Medicaid under a broad overhaul of Department of Public Health regulations presented Tuesday. "By including Medicaid as a requirement for the determination of needs, this ensures that the most vulnerable populations among us also get access to that high-quality care," Public Health Commissioner Dr. Monica Bharel told the News Service.…