A successful PDPM strategy needs actionable patient insights
By
Pam Campbell
Oct 01, 2018
With a finalized implementation date of October 1, 2019, it’s critical that skilled nursing providers understand the inevitable changes that the Patient Driven Payment Model (PDPM) will entail, and especially...
How technology can put providers in the Medicaid driver’s seat
By
Steve Grant
Sep 26, 2018
The consequences of the Medicaid headwinds are far-reaching: maintaining and enhancing quality of care is more difficult, and a growing number of facilities are being forced to close down altogether.
Big data and operational visibility can improve care
By
Timothy C. Peck
Sep 24, 2018
Caring for patients in skilled nursing facilities is one of the most challenging and noble callings in medicine. Unfortunately nursing home operators and administrators face several challenges today, including...
What I learned from a group of engaged senior care leaders
By
Nancy Anderson, RN, MA
Sep 20, 2018
Impacting employee engagement and retention starts with senior leaders.
Understanding a Return-to-Work program
By
Roger Comer
Sep 18, 2018
In the world of workers’ compensation, a Return-To-Work Program is one of the biggest impacts an employer can have on cost and employee morale. A Return-To-Work Program helps injured workers transition...
Elevate your CEO position
By
Charles de Vilmorin
Sep 14, 2018
In senior care, activity directors are often underpaid, overworked, lacking respect from colleagues and asked to document their work each day using cumbersome paper-based strategies. A national Linked...
Incontinence dilemma: quality or savings? Both!
By
Marta Maleszewska, Ph.D
Sep 14, 2018
Soft, breathable materials reduce the incidence of wounds and irritations, preventing some costs from ointments and skin treatment.