Long-term care consultation services governing provisions modified.

HF 2373 modifies Minnesota Statutes section 256B.0911 to update qualifications for MnCHOICES assessors who provide long-term care consultation services. The bill requires assessors to hold at least an associate's degree in social work, human services, nursing, or a related field, or be a registered nurse, plus specific training and certification in long-term care assessment. It also mandates recertification every three years to ensure consistent, equitable service delivery statewide. These changes directly affect the professionals conducting consultations, aiming to maintain quality and accessibility for Minnesotans needing support with long-term care decisions. The bill does not alter who receives services or the core purpose of preventing unnecessary institutional placements.