Join CMS on Thursday, October 27th from 12:30-2:oo PM to learn about the final rule to reform the federal health and safety standards that long-term care facilities must meet in order to participate in the Medicare or Medicaid programs. Find out about the changes included in the final rule; implementation and survey process; and provider training and resources. A question and answer session will follow the presentation. Target Audience: Consumer and advocacy groups, nursing home providers, surveyor community, prescribers, professional associations, and other interested stakeholders.