Did you see the article pointing out how thousands of people who live in nursing homes were saved from disaster during Hurricane Michael? You didn’t? Neither did I, and that’s a darn shame! Hurricane Michael was as bad of a storm as I have seen, … [Continue reading] about Thousands of Lives Saved in Nursing Homes!
Year in Review and What’s Around the Corner in 2019
As 2018 comes to an end, I’d like to take a brief minute to review the many changes involving reimbursement and financial issues that have and will continue to impact our long term provider friends. The new “Generator Rule” (Rule) was ratified by … [Continue reading] about Year in Review and What’s Around the Corner in 2019
FHCA Presidency Filled with Adventures and Opportunities
If you’re friends with me on Facebook, you know that my wife and I love to travel. Friends and colleagues often ask me about the trips we take or where our next adventure will lead us. I’ve had the privilege of visiting many interesting places and … [Continue reading] about FHCA Presidency Filled with Adventures and Opportunities
Section GG Best Practices
Since the implementation of Section GG on the MDS in October 1, 2016, facilities have grappled with best practices on how to gather data for appropriate completion. While many organizations (in our experience) have opted to simply “have therapy … [Continue reading] about Section GG Best Practices
Sexual Harassment by Resident Crosses the Line
Recently, the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals (which covers Mississippi, Louisiana and Texas) considered a sexual harassment case brought by a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) against an assisted living facility (ALF). The CNA alleged that … [Continue reading] about Sexual Harassment by Resident Crosses the Line