When the rules change, not everyone wins: Counting IC deficiencies in Five-Star
By
Steven Littlehale
Feb 05, 2021
Do you remember how, as you were growing up, there was always another kid who would change the rules mid-game to ensure that he won? I do, and it would always make my blood boil. The Centers for Medicare...
Ford’s clear N95 face mask a game changer for healthcare, hearing impaired, company claims
By
Alicia Lasek
Feb 05, 2021
Ford Motor Co. is seeking an N95 designation for its clear respirator design. The product is expected to become available this spring if approved, the company announced Tuesday.
NIH: Inhaled moisturizing drug boosts lung function in severe COPD
By
Alicia Lasek
Feb 02, 2021
The biologic drug hyaluronan improved lung function in patients hospitalized for severe exacerbation of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, a new study finds.
CMS names 5 new triggers that lead to extra surveys
By
James M. Berklan
Feb 01, 2021
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has revised the criteria that require states to conduct the specific surveys, the agency noted in a memo to state survey agencies Jan. 4.
Ask the payment expert: As recertification surveys resume, when will they start impacting the Five Star...
By
Caryn Adams
Feb 01, 2021
As recertification surveys resume, when will they start impacting the Five Star Quality rating?
How to do it … Maintaining PPE supplies
By
John Hall
Feb 01, 2021
Since pandemic conditions emerged last March, long-term care providers have been beset with how to find, purchase and extend the use of enough personal protective equipment. Experts provide valuable advice...
Breath of fresh air: Feb. 18 webinar focuses on how to improve air quality in long-term care
By
Liza Berger
Feb 01, 2021
The pandemic has revealed just how important air quality is. A webinar to be held Feb. 18 at 1 p.m. ET — which has been approved for one continuing education credit — will talk about the long-term...
A winning combination
By
John Andrews
Jan 31, 2021
Part hospital, part skilled nursing facility, the Henry J. Carter design blends the best of both healthcare service components.
CNA workforce at a breaking point
By
Lori Porter
Jan 29, 2021
COVID-19 is now responsible for the deaths of more than 100,000 residents and staff in the 15,000 nursing homes in this country. I’ve been in this field 40 years —as a certified nursing assistant,...
Clinical briefs for Thursday, Jan. 28
By
Amy Novotney
Jan 28, 2021
Americans’ reluctance to get vaccinated for COVID-19 is waning, new poll finds … Walgreens plans to complete administration of COVID-19 first doses in assisted living facilities by mid-February …...