Every fall, healthcare professionals anxiously await the release of the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) Final Rule, which outlines policy changes for Medicare payments under the PFS and updates to...
Trends in claims review: What you need to know to prevent denials
By
Ami E. R. Faria PT, DPT
Sep 16, 2024
Appealing a denied claim is almost always an option, there are very few unappealable instances, so preparation to follow up on denied claims is essential.
Engaging PALTC experts in policy decisions
By
Michael Wasserman
Sep 11, 2024
State and county public health departments across the country became acutely aware of how little they knew about the long-term care continuum in March 2020. The challenges linked to the coordination...
‘From stigma to hope’ — LTC authors put Alzheimer’s in perspective for kids (and adults)
By
James M. Berklan
Sep 05, 2024
A pair of dynamite new books for kids from LTC workers inject hope into dealing with Alzheimer’s disease.
Do CMS’s minimum staffing requirements align with Five-Star metrics? A closer look
By
Steven Littlehale
Aug 16, 2024
In the ever-evolving landscape of skilled nursing facilities, staffing requirements remain a focal point of discussion and debate. With the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services setting forth...
Nursing home workers, this time the research is on your side
By
James M. Berklan
Aug 08, 2024
As is probably no shock to anyone who worked in a nursing home from 2020 to 2023, caregivers in that setting were found to suffer more profound psychological and related stresses than their counterparts...
A monster final rule with MDS teeth
By
Joel VanEaton
Aug 06, 2024
I recently spent a relaxing week’s vacation at the beach. I’m not a, “sit on the beach and worship the sun” kind of guy. I’m of Irish descent and, unfortunately, my fair skin is sun...
Loper Bright cuts down on agency power: It’s a great decision… if you like litigation
By
Neville M. Bilimoria
Jul 22, 2024
Well, the U.S. Supreme Court just took its ball and walked off the playground, to the dismay of federal agencies. You might have heard about the case names, but take it from me, you might not have...
Standing up for PALTC specialists
By
Michael Wasserman
Rajeev Kumar, M.D.
Jul 10, 2024
Nursing home medical directors, by federal regulation (Section 483.70 (h)), are responsible for coordinating the medical care of highly complex individuals who reside in these facilities. The recent...
This victory might be less satisfying than you think
By
John O'Connor
Jul 05, 2024
Talk about Christmas coming early. It sure looks like the Supreme Court just gave long-term care operators a really swell gift.