Providers tell CMS it’s ‘decidedly’ the wrong time to toy with PDPM rates
By
Kimberly Marselas
Jun 03, 2021
Providers need more time before the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services would implement any adjustments to PDPM payment rates, operators and associations have told the agency in official comments.
Pharmacists claim answers to coronavirus challenges, as U.S. cases surpass 30,000
By
Danielle Brown
Mar 23, 2020
A pharmacist coalition is pushing the federal government to allow pharmacists to test and initiate treatment for COVID-19 patients.
As hypertension-related deaths climb, researchers call for action
By
Alicia Lasek
Mar 19, 2020
Hypertension mortality rates have risen by 72% in rural settings and 20% in urban areas, according to findings from 10 million death records.
Opinion: Even with new law, clinical trials lack data on older adults
By
Kristen Fischer
Apr 17, 2024
Older adults are not represented adequately in clinical trials of medications for disorders that are common in the population. The legal framework to better represent them is in place, but not enough is...
Avoiding the rays: summer skin care tips for long-term care providers
By
Julie Williamson
Jul 01, 2009
Summer adds a layer of complexity to skin care. To be safe, caregivers should adhere to the basics: hydration, sunscreen and staying in during peak sun hours
LINK Innovation Competition crowns Walalight best
Jul 22, 2014
The Walalight™ system, which simulates natural sunlight exposure and promotes regular circadian rhythms, won first place at the 2014 LINK Innovation Competition on Monday in Chicago.
Providers face increased pressure to require booster shots for all
By
Danielle Brown
Jan 24, 2022
The pressure is mounting on nursing home operators to require residents and staff to receive COVID-19 booster shots.
COVID-19 vaccine mandate for surveyors? CMS clarifies
By
Danielle Brown
Nov 09, 2021
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services plans on issuing COVID-19 vaccination guidance covering surveyors charged with inspecting nursing homes, an agency spokesperson confirmed.
Build vaccine trust, vaccination rates among CNAs: HHS releases guide
By
Alicia Lasek
May 25, 2021
A comprehensive new guide and toolkit are aimed at helping nursing home administrators tackle issues of vaccine hesitancy among certified nursing assistants, as well as barriers to vaccination.
Feds aim to help nursing homes, others with long COVID workplace challenge
By
Danielle Brown
Jul 13, 2022
As the long-term care industry continues to grapple with a historic workforce shortage, the Department of Labor is turning its attention to solve workplace challenges associated with long COVID.