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Flower field imageOpportunities and Obstacles in Rural Telehealth

This webinar held on Wednesday May 22, will feature presentations from national telehealth experts who will discuss advances states have made in recent years to expand access to telehealth services in rural areas and what challenges still lie ahead for state policymakers. More

American Health Benefit Exchanges

View NCSL comment letters on proposed Federal Rules governing multi-state plans, and standards related to the Essential Health Benefits and more. More

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Elderly Falls Prevention Legislation and StatutesBill Summaries/ Databases4/12/2013 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1385413854This page tracks legislation related to the prevention of elderly falls.
Medicaid and Long-Term Services and SupportsReports1/10/2013 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1452514525Medicaid is the primary payer of long term services and supports designed to meet the personal and health needs of individuals living with disabilities, chronic diseases, complex medical needs, impaired mobility or impaired cognitive function.
Long-Term Care Services and Supports Presentations: Fall Forum 2012Meetings12/6/2012 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=2557025570NCSL Fall Forum-Preconference Session: Achieving Cost-Savings and Better Outcomes in Long-Term Care Services and Supports
Alzheimer's Disease PostcardReports9/4/2012 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=2512825128Alzheimer's Disease Postcard
Long-term Care Provisions in Health ReformReports11/29/2011 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=2363623636Long-term Care Provisions in Health Reform
Alzheimer's DiseaseReports6/27/2011 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=2198421984Alzheimer's Disease
Caring for a Loved One With Alzheimer'sArticles/Briefs/ Newsletters3/3/2011 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=2231722317State plans and task forces can help support the approximately 11 million Americans who care for family members with Alzheimer’s.
Long-Term Care FAQReports1/12/2011 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1405314053LTC FAQ
[LegisBrief] Planning for End-of-Life CareArticles/Briefs/ Newsletters8/19/2010 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=2108921089Advance directive laws allow people to express their wishes regarding future health care treatments and to name an agent to speak for them when they no longer can do so.
[LegisBrief] Preventing Falls Among Older AmericansArticles/Briefs/ Newsletters4/8/2010 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=2013020130Taking action to prevent falls, the leading cause of injury-related deaths among those age 65 and older, can help older Americans remain independent.
Safe at Home? Developing Effective Criminal Background Checks Reports10/20/2009 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1887718877With AARP support, the National Conference of State Legislatures examined state requirements for criminal background checks for in-home direct care workers whose services are covered by Medicaid. The study identifies, classifies and analyzes criminal background check laws and regulations governing in-home direct care workers.
[LegisBrief] States Take on Alzheimer's DiseaseArticles/Briefs/ Newsletters8/17/2009 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1826118261At least 18 states have established task forces and commissions to identify the problems and develop a plan for dealing with Alzheimer’s patients.
DRA Provisions: Transfer of AssetsReports10/1/2008 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1475414754Provides resources concerning the DRA provisions affecting Long-term care reforms concerning transfer of assets.
State Long-Term Care Partnerhip Program: State Reciprocity StandardsReports9/5/2008 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1473314733DRA reciprocity standards for states with Partnership Programs.
State Legislatures Magazine: Information Overload?, September 2008Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters8/20/2008 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1378713787As genetic testing kits sold directly to consumers gain popularity, medical professionals and lawmakers wonder if more regulation is needed.
Genetic Nondiscrimination Laws in Life, Disability and Long-term Care InsuranceBill Summaries/ Databases1/31/2008 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1428314283Provides a 50 state breakdown of state nondiscrimination laws related to life, disability and long-term care insurance.
LegisBrief: Money Can Follow the Person in Long-Term Care - January 2007Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters1/3/2007 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1393013930LegisBrief: Money Can Follow the Person in Long-Term Care - January 2007
LegisBrief: Nursing Home Transition - April/May 2006Articles/Briefs/ Newsletters4/12/2006 12:00:00 AM/default.aspx?tabid=1391113911LegisBrief: Nursing Home Transition - April/May 2006
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