Topics Related to Private Duty Nursing (PDN) Providers

Near Relatives and Legally Responsible Persons May Deliver Skilled Nursing Service to a PDN-eligible Beneficiary.
Physician’s signature on the CMS 485 Plan of Care form
The waiver has received approval for another five years through Feb. 29, 2028.
NCDHHS will implement an Electronic Visit Verification system for Home Health Care services starting with a soft launch Jan. 1, 2023, and a hard launch April 1, 2023. This complies with the 21st Century Cures Act.
Proposed CAP/C Waiver renewal posted for public comment
EVV Home Health Implementation Review and Updates
Proposed CAP/DA Waiver amendment posted for public comment
Providers are required to complete the EVV readiness survey by July 22, 2022
EVV for Home Health in January 2023
Sharing Vacant CAP/DA Slots and Waiver Amendments