HealthBridge US Issues Regulatory Update Following Government Reopening
HealthBridge US provides guidance on new federal and state regulatory updates released after the 43-day government shutdown, helping home health and hospice agencies maintain compliance and operational readiness.
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11/23/20251 min read
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Los Angeles, California — November 22, 2025
HealthBridge US announces that it is actively monitoring all federal and state regulatory communications following the official reopening of the U.S. government after the 43-day shutdown. With federal operations restored, CMS, state health departments, and national accrediting organizations have begun releasing updated regulatory statements, revised timelines, and operational guidance that directly impact home health, hospice, and post-acute care providers nationwide. Vice President of Clinical Operations, Albert Ogannisyan, RN, stated, “The current extensions are giving more flexibility to operate and stay compliant within the sector,” reflecting the organization’s commitment to ensuring that agencies understand and apply the latest guidance.
HealthBridge US has published a full summary of the implications of the reopening, available here, so providers can review the most up-to-date information regarding survey resumption, telehealth allowances, documentation requirements, and operational expectations. As accrediting organizations and state health departments continue releasing post-shutdown updates, HealthBridge US encourages agencies to remain vigilant, reassess internal processes, and maintain organizational readiness across policies, staffing, quality programs, and clinical operations. The organization remains fully committed to supporting providers through this transition with clear guidance, expert interpretation, and continuous regulatory oversight.

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