Preparation and F-tag knowledge will keep providers clear of huge, new infection control penalties, experts...
By
Danielle Brown
Jun 04, 2020
Developing a thorough understanding of key F-tags and emergency preparedness requirements are key strategies nursing homes should adopt to ensure they avoid steep fines following infection-control focused...
Future protocols for detecting COVID-19 in nursing homes
By
Brian Wallace
Jun 03, 2020
Since my last reporting, I’ve noticed a shift in the post-acute sector relating to how individuals within the industry are being impacted by COVID-19. This novel virus is unlike anything we’ve...
Nominations now open for McKnight’s technology awards program
By
Kimberly Marselas
Jun 02, 2020
The McKnight’s Excellence in Technology Awards program is back and once again accepting nominations from providers who have used technology to improve the care of their residents. The annual awards honor...
BULLETIN: CMS ‘ratcheting up’ nursing home penalties in light of 26,000-resident, 450-worker...
By
James M. Berklan
Jun 01, 2020
Nearly 26,000 residents and 450 workers in U.S. nursing homes have died from COVID-19, federal authorities announced Monday afternoon.
60 seconds with … Mark Parkinson
Jun 01, 2020
Mark Parkinson, President and CEO, American Health Care Association
June IT Update
Jun 01, 2020
» The 2020 McKnight’s Excellence in Technology Awards program is underway, once again featuring tracks for skilled care and senior living providers. Each includes six categories and multiple entries...
Downtown urban flavor
By
John Andrews
Jun 01, 2020
White Plains (NY) Institute is situated on a city thoroughfare, allowing residents to become part of an active neighborhood.
Chris Chirumbolo is stepping up to the plate
By
Kimberly Marselas
Jun 01, 2020
Chris Chirumbolo, CEO, Carespring Health Care Management
Innovations shared here: McKnight’s Tech Awards back to honor providers
By
James M. Berklan
May 29, 2020
The McKnight’s Excellence in Technology Awards program is back and once again accepting nominations.
Someone to thank during pandemic: the ‘founder’ of handwashing
By
Herb Hildebrandt, Ph.D, Hl.D.
May 22, 2020
Few of us paused July 17, 2019, to recognize a significant birth laying a substantial helping in controlling the COVID-19 virus. That event was the birth of an individual who’s seminal heritage...