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Post-Acute
CMS Assessing Schizophrenia Coding, Publicly Displaying Citations Under Dispute for Nursing Homes
The additional measures are part of the Biden Administration's efforts to increase accountability for nursing homes.
Post-Acute
Data Reflects LTC Staffing Woes, Post-Pandemic Struggles
Nursing home staffing levels have not been so low since 1994.
Post-Acute
With the PHE Set to End May 11, What's Next for Staffing SNFs?
Skilled nursing facilities have relied on the staffing flexibilities allowed by the PHE, but what happens after they expire?
Nursing
Why Better Discharge Communication Between Acute-Care and SNF Nurses is Crucial
A standardized handoff can prevent inconsistent and inaccurate discharge summaries, a new study says.
Post-Acute
13 Senators Pen Letter to CMS Urging Against Staffing Mandates in Rural SNFs
Staffing mandates have been suggested as a remedy to the rural workforce shortage, but may actually further their financial strain.
Post-Acute
13 Senators Pen Letter to CMS Urging Against Staffing Mandates in Rural SNFs
Staffing mandates that have been proposed to remedy the workforce shortage may cause more financial problems for skilled nursing facilties.
Post-Acute
Louisiana Nursing Homes Required to Maintain Emergency Preparedness Plan
New law requires nursing homes to have their emergency plans approved each year by the state.
Post-Acute
$1M Grant Aims to Improve Nursing Home Quality
Funds will be used to spur reforms recommended in the National Academies' new report.
Post-Acute
Long-Term Care Data Operative Adds EHR Partner In Mission to Transform Nursing Home Care
The multi-year initiative will assist in nursing home residents' care, as well as support public health reporting.
Clinical Care
Gaps and Racial Disparities Found in Care Transitions
Researchers surveyed patients about their experiences with care transitions from hospitals and skilled nursing facilities to home.
Clinical Care
ProMedica, MetroHealth Partner on Innovative Senior Care Facility
The new facility in Cleveland will combine a range of services, including intensive rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and a multi-specialty geriatric...
Clinical Care
POLST Effective in the Nursing Facility Setting, Study Finds
Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment forms help ensure that resident and surrogate care preferences are honored.