Helpful Links
Link to the 2008 SMFP: http://www.ncdhhs.gov/dhsr/ncsmfp/2008/2008smfp.pdf
Link to the 2007 SMFP: http://www.ncdhhs.gov/dhsr/ncsmfp/2007/plan2007.pdf
Link to the CON Monthly Report: http://www.ncdhhs.gov/dhsr/coneed/conmthly.html  

2008 State Medical Facilities Plan

The Planning Section of the Division of Facilities Services has begun its work on the 2009 SMFP. A proposed plan will be made available to the public, and public hearings on the proposed plan held throughout the state in early summer. These meetings have not yet been scheduled.

The deadline for submitting Petitions for changes in basic policies and methodologies is March 5.

The deadline for submitting Petitions for adjustments to need determination has not yet been determined, but is typically August of each year.

The following meetings and public hearings have been scheduled, and are open to the public.

Full State Health Coordinating Council
Wednesday, March 5, 10 a.m., McKimmon Center
Wednesday, May 28, 10 a.m., McKimmon Center
Wednesday, October 8, 10 a.m., McKimmon Center

SHCC Acute Care Committee
Wednesday, April 2, 10 a.m., McKimmon Center
Thursday, May 8, 10 a.m., McKimmon Center
Tuesday, September 16, 10 a.m., McKimmon Center

SHCC Technology and Equipment Committee
Monday, April 21, 10 a.m., McKimmon Center
Wednesday, May 14, 10 a.m., McKimmon Center
Wednesday, August 27, 10 a.m., McKimmon Center

SHCC Long-Term and Behavioral Health Committee
Friday, May 16, 10 a.m., McKimmon Center
Friday, September 26, 1:30 p.m., McKimmon Center

SHCC Quality Access and Value Work Group
Thursday, March 6, 10 a.m., Holiday Inn Brownstone
Thursday, April 3, 10 a.m., Holiday Inn Brownstone
Thursday, April 24, 10 a.m., Holiday Inn Brownstone

Home Health Task Force
Monday, March 24, 1 p.m., Council Building
Monday, April 7, 10 a.m., Location TBD
Additional meetings may be scheduled as work progresses

PDA is experienced with guiding providers of healthcare through preparing and presenting petitions, and would be pleased to assist you. If you're interested in submitting a petition to change the methodologies or need determinations in the Proposed 2008 State Medical Facilities Plan, you may contact PDA.

Contact Information
Phone: 919-754-0303
Fax: 919-754-0328
E-mail: ppack@pda-inc.net