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Nursing Facility Bulletin 196: Community Transitions Liaison Program
MassHealth·MA · Geriatrics·Specialty Services
Effective date
Jan 1, 2026
We identified it
Jun 18, 2026
Summary
MassHealth has updated the Community Transition Liaison Program (CTLP) requirements for nursing facilities, superseding previous guidance from July 2023. This bulletin clarifies the collaborative roles between nursing facilities and CTLP teams in helping residents transition from institutional care back to community living.
Action Required
Immediately: Nursing facility billing teams should review discharge planning workflows to ensure compliance with new CTLP coordination requirements. Update staff training on notification requirements for resident discharges (must notify CTLP staff within 1 business day of planned/unplanned discharges). Ensure EMR access protocols accommodate CTLP staff requests for enrolled resident records.