Federal regulators have done a lot of things that made providers’ eyebrows rise in the past.
CMS details on staff, possible surveyor vaccine mandates looming
By
James M. Berklan
Nov 26, 2021
ons in the week ahead.
McKnight’s wishes all a healthy, reflective Thanksgiving week
By
James M. Berklan
Nov 19, 2021
As the calendar flips toward Thanksgiving week, the entire McKnight’s staff would like to wish all of our readers a restive, healthy, happy holiday.
4th Annual Women of Distinction awards open for nominations
By
James M. Berklan
Nov 16, 2021
Submissions for the 4th Annual McKnight’s Women of Distinction awards are now being accepted. The popular program kicked off its 2022 edition by opening the entry portal Tuesday.
Get ready. The club is ready to grow again
By
James M. Berklan
Nov 12, 2021
It’s back. Not flu season, not the dreaded survey team, not the freezing temperatures if you live far enough north.
Not so fast: 10 states suing CMS over healthcare worker vax mandate
By
James M. Berklan
Nov 12, 2021
Despite many legal analysts’ view that the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ healthcare worker vaccination mandate will clear legal muster, a group of 10 states have filed suit to stop it.
CMS: No test-out option for health worker vax mandate
By
James M. Berklan
Nov 05, 2021
Healthcare workers may seek a medical or religious exemption under the new emergency federal COVID-19 vaccination mandate, but a test opt-out does not exist, a top Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services...
Ready or not, it’s time for some resolve
By
James M. Berklan
Nov 05, 2021
The end of year is always a popular time to ponder one’s next moves, both personal and professional. This year that sentiment takes on more meaning than ever.
BREAKING: CMS finalizes therapy pay cuts in 2022 Physician Pay Rule, and extends COVID reporting period
By
Danielle Brown
James M. Berklan
Nov 02, 2021
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services finalized a 15% payment reduction for physical and occupational therapy assistants, and extended temporary telehealth services added to Medicare during the...
Heeere’s … (your new and improved) McKnight’s!
By
James M. Berklan
Nov 01, 2021
McKnight’s. As you’ve surely noticed by now, this magazine has changed since the last time you saw it. We’ve modernized our layout, content flow and logo.