PDPM numbers after a month: looking good
You’re going to be alright, providers. Just as many had predicted, those who did their PDPM homework — and vow to keep getting better — should be just fine.
Image starts from the ground up
While the quality of care in long-term care environments is the number one priority, facility maintenance is also key. Many long-term care facilities incorporate carpet in main areas, hallways and private...
5 smart tips for life-safety and emergency prep
In 2016, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services set forth new regulations related to life safety and emergency preparedness. Designed to protect Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries — namely those...
Inside Long-Term Care 2019: Pioneer
[PARTNER CONTENT] Is your facility powered up to handle the critical computing necessary in the modern LTPAC community? Ian Gelenter, senior vice president at Pioneer, discusses what’s required, and...
The last-minute guide to trauma-informed care
For those who might not be completely ready for the Nov. 28 start date of trauma-related F-tags, I offer some basics on trauma-informed care practices.
TSI adds VP Seiple for PDPM and beyond
Data analytics firm TEAM TSI has welcomed Greg Seiple as vice president of informatics. Seiple has extensive experience with HCR ManorCare, Guardian and CareOne. As a registered nurse, Seiple has...
Davydov gives Gemino foothold in Midwest
Karina Davydov has joined Gemino Healthcare Finance and will also be working with North Mill Capital. Davydov has more than 15 years’ experience in the financial services industry, most recently as a...
Inside Long-Term Care 2019: VCPI
[PARTNER CONTENT] Given the dazzling array of technology options available to operators, it’s easy to get distracted by all the “shiny new objects.” At VCPI, explains Gary Jones, GM of customer experience,...
You hold the power: Act now to promote educated patient choice
Patients transitioning from acute to post-acute care have specific care needs, and the transition out of the hospital is the critical opportunity to identify high-quality providers that can best treat...
Inside Long-Term Care 2019: Sharps Compliance
Wanda Lingner, director of regulatory compliance at Sharps Compliance, shares her expertise in medical waste management, detailing some of the different methods for medication disposal in long-term care...
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