We often see a phenomenon in rehab patients at initial presentation. Many times they are not as they appear.
SNF Therapy Myths: Busted!
By
Renee Kinder
Feb 16, 2017
There are many myths surrounding rehab services in skilled nursing facilities. They often come from a lack of understanding of skilled care and a need to increase knowledge of Medicare regulations. I’ll...
Preserving the aging voice
By
Renee Kinder
Mar 21, 2016
Additionally, the voice as a muscle does have a “use it or lose it” component, therefore engagement on the caregiver end is essential to prevent muscle wasting of this structure often overlooked.
An interdisciplinary approach to rehab maintenance
By
Renee Kinder
May 06, 2016
The Jimmo ruling determined that services provided to Medicare beneficiaries could not be denied due to a beneficiary’s lack of restoration potential and the that deciding factor would be related...
Roosters don’t lay eggs
By
Renee Kinder
Aug 01, 2019
Roosters do not lay eggs. I would say that is a fact that we can all agree on.
Honoring dietary choices
By
Renee Kinder
Feb 17, 2016
There is no one-size-fits-all solution to navigating difficult decisions related to PO diet intake.
Dual sensory impairment can impair ADLs
Jul 27, 2016
One in six Americans over age 70 has impaired vision and one in four has impaired hearing. The prevalence of combined visual and hearing impairment more than doubles among those over age 80 when compared...
Focusing on senior housing’s big picture
By
Keith Kodrin and Dague Retzlaff
Apr 19, 2017
As 2017 continues, and the dynamics change, it’s critical that lenders, owners and operators be patient and take a holistic view of the market — particularly the demographics and particulars of...
The top 11 questions all operators still have to answer in 2018
By
Derek Pierce
Mar 23, 2018
There are many factors that determine what can or must be done to ensure a facility can survive and ultimately thrive. These 11 questions help to indicate the stability and sustainability of a facility...
Selling positivity
By
Gary Tetz
Apr 05, 2018
“It’s! a! great! day! at Generic Storage Place! (not its real name)” he exuberated. “How can I help you!?!” I thought it was probably a one-time sales charade, but he turned...