On August 19, 2022, the New York State Department of Health ("DOH") will host a 1:00 PM Webinar to provide a general overview of the NYS HWB Home Page. It is expected that the topics covered will include:

  • Eligibility and requirements,
  • Account registration process,
  • Vesting periods,
  • Manual and bulk upload process,
  • Frequently asked questions.

Use the Registration link below to register. For additional background please read our recent legal alert which outlines important considerations for those receiving HWB funds. It covers the likelihood of future audits, what they may include, and building in a self-audit as part of an annual compliance program.

Title: Healthcare Worker Bonus (HWB) Program Town Hall Stakeholder Webinar
Date: Friday, August 19, 2022
Time: 1:00pm – 2:00pm

Registration Link: https://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e1890107bbdd340c12eda014cc136c659

DOH advises that a recording of the webinar will be posted to the NYS HWB Home Page in the coming days.

DOH invites those interested in HWB to visit the NYS HWB Home Page as well as the Frequently Asked Questions regarding the HWB Program. DOH is expected to use those links to update information on the Program.