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When it comes to educating staff about how to respond to M1850 (Transferring), the key is paying close attention to the word “or” and how it’s used. The one-syllable word causes clinicians to be “chronically wrong” on M1850, says Cindy Krafft, CEO of Kornetti & Krafft Health Care Solutions. In fact, it’s a large part […]
CMS has released its FAQ sheet on PDPM: Q. What is PDPM? A. The Patient Driven Payment Model (PDPM) is a new case-mix classification system for classifying skilled nursing facility (SNF) patients in a Medicare Part A covered stay into payment groups under the SNF Prospective Payment System. Effective beginning October 1, 2019, PDPM will […]
To promote the development and implementation of intergenerational programs, LeadingAge LTSS Center @UMass Boston in collaboration with Generations United, today releases the “Connecting Generations in Senior Housing: A Program Implementation Toolkit.” This new 82-page toolkit provides step-by-step guidance for creating intergenerational programs that can be tailored to the needs of youth and older adult participants. […]
According to CNBC, telecommunications company Comcast is working to create in-home devices that will monitor health. Comcast plans to pilot test the devices in 2019. “The device will monitor people’s basic health metrics using ambient sensors, with a focus on whether someone is making frequent trips to the bathroom or spending more time than usual in […]
Educate doctors about revenue opportunities involving CCM to get your foot in the door with potential referral sources. But note that one CCM vendor recently got in trouble for providing services improperly. William Henry, the former owner and CEO of a Hartselle, Ala. company that provided chronic care management (CCM) services has been sentenced to […]
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is hosting a webinar in June 2019 on the HCBS Settings Rule. The webinar is titled “System Change vs. Compliance Mindset Approach in Implementing the Settings Rule.” It will take place on June 12, 2019, from 1:30-3:00 ET. Here is a description of the webinar from CMS: […]
It is important to start the relationship off right with new residents and their families. That is why the admission process is so crucial in every long-term care facility. One of the most important staff members in the facility is the person who informs the family that they owe money, making the business office the […]
The U.S. Department of Labor’s (DOL) proposed rule on joint employment should provide clarity and reassurance to businesses, especially those in franchise arrangements, according to attorneys familiar with the risks and benefits of joint employment. The DOL announced on April 1 that it was proposing a rule to revise and clarify joint employment as it […]
The Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) voluntary cybersecurity practices for providers underscores the government’s priority of protecting electronic patient information and the need for providers to integrate the new guidance into their compliance programs. The guidelines were written specifically for the health care industry. Health care entities remain a primary target for cyberattacks, […]
The agenda for the 22nd Annual Private Duty National Conference & Expo has been finalized and it’s better than ever, featuring a powerful lineup of star presenters who will help you take your agency to the next level. Join hundreds of private duty executives at the conference November 11-13, 2019, at the Paris Las Vegas Hotel & Casino. […]