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LTC leaders vow to work with any party
LTC leaders say: “We have to unite around the common enemy” Regardless of election results, LTC operators reboot their pandemic...
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Private facilities face lack of PPE
Equity-owned operations are struggling with PPE shortage A breakdown of the headline and its hidden meaning A new study...
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Providers urge Congress: “Extend sequester cuts”
The CARES Act temporarily suspended Medicare sequestration Now, providers are asking for further relief through 2021 Back in 2012,...
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‘Wow Wednesday’ makes mealtime fun
Even in isolation, savvy supervisors promote quality of life Try these tips for engaging residents with food This year...
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Helping staff deal with pandemic stress
As COVID-19 persists, staffing remains a top concern How to support your employees and boost retention By now, operators...
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A call for creativity
Study shows that 64% of residents are not leaving their rooms LTC experts share their best tips for safe, healthy...
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Official says: “Nursing homes will be first for vaccine”
Over 40% of all COVID-19 deaths are linked to long-term care Official puts nursing homes first in line ahead of...
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BREAKING: CMS issues revised visitation guidelines
Nursing homes may now allow visitation, including physical touch Get the full list of CMS guidelines and restrictions from VP...
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Coronavirus: the current situation
LeadingAge just published their pandemic situation report The latest COVID-19 challenges, costs, and concerns for LTC On September 9th,...
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3 ways to protect against COVID lawsuits
Six months later, coronavirus litigation remains a concern How to protect your facility from future lawsuits After months of...
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HHS disperses $2.5 billion in LTC relief
Is your facility still in need of testing, staff, and PPE? Officials at HHS say: ‘Help is on the way’...
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The future of LTC: facilities weigh in
72% of facilities say they can’t sustain operations for another year under current conditions See the latest COVID-19 facility survey...
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Potential 9% therapy cut worries LTC providers
CMS proposes shocking 9% decrease in Medicare rehab payments How industry advocates are fighting back in your favor On...
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Staying positive during coronavirus
It seems everywhere we look, pessimism pervades SRX has the tips you need to stay positive during the pandemic ...
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Providers look forward to 4th Senate relief package
“I think the country needs one last boost,” says McConnell SpecialtyRx explores the latest relief bill and its LTC impact...
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Higher COVID cases = greater care needs
New survey captures coronavirus stats across all senior care sectors Which setting has the highest confirmed cases? Read on to...
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CMS Debuts New Visitation Guidelines
Feds allow nursing home visits prior to Phase III reopening SpecialtyRx shares its top 3 takeaways from the latest CMS...
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Lawmakers denounce forced COVID-19 admissions
GOP representatives put pressure on Democratic governors: Why were nursing homes forced to admit COVID-positive patients? Months into the...
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This week: a warning, a waiver and a wish
The latest LTC headlines address COVID-19 from every angle A rundown of recent revelations and reminders Over the past week,...
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CMS releases comprehensive COVID-19 numbers
CMS publishes SNF coronavirus data after weeks of inquiry Get the complete scoop from SpecialtyRx As of Thursday, June...
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COVID-19 Testing + Quarantine Updates
New LTC pandemic headlines bring positive and negative news 3 SpecialtyRx breaks down this week’s rose and thorn Following...
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HHS Announces $4.9B Skilled Nursing Fund
With Memorial Day weekend comes a huge announcement from HHS Skilled nursing operators to receive massive $5B relief fund ...
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Beyond COVID-19: Top Clinical News Headlines
As coronavirus commands headlines, LTC research stays the course 3 leading clinical headlines for the week of May 11th, 2020...
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CMS Approves Therapy Telehealth Services
Medicare recipients can now receive virtual rehabilitation services SpecialtyRx breaks down the reasons behind CMS’s big move Over the...
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LTC Providers Amp Up Their COVID-19 Testing
CMS emphasizes the importance of coronavirus testing in nursing homes With state and federal crackdowns, LTC providers prepare for battle...
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LTC advocates urge facilities: “Reach out for help”
NJ long-term care deaths rock national headlines Get the latest COVID-19 info and instruction Over the holiday weekend, police...
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CMS proposes 2.3% Medicare hike in 2021
Nursing homes to see $784M increase in Medicare payments Here’s the full scoop on prospective rate changes in 2021 ...
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Providers to Receive 500,000+ Confiscated PPE
DOJ seizes hundreds of thousands of medical supplies How healthcare providers stand to benefit Over the past few weeks,...
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Stimulus Package A Promising Move For LTC
Congress passes historic $2T coronavirus stimulus package How long-term care providers are responding to the bill To avoid certain...
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CMS Eases Burdens for LTC Operators
CMS announces two major changes amidst COVID-19 pandemic Get the latest developments on re-billing and the new MDS debut ...
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SNFs Tackle Senior Social Isolation
Doctors attribute numerous health conditions to loneliness How facilities are fighting back against senior social isolation A new report...
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Is 45% of Antibiotic Scripts Illegitimate?
Research shows 1 in 5 antibiotic prescriptions have ‘no clear rationale’ Why Medicaid needs to crack down on indiscriminate doctors ...
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Leading Age Releases 2020 Advocacy Goals
Top aging advocates debut 2020 LTC Policy Priorities Which issues are impacting your facility? Each year, LeadingAge lobbyists funnel hundreds...
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Why you should stop purchasing and start procuring
LTC operators are losing thousands due to poor supply chain strategy Learn the key differences between purchasing and procurement If...
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Improved Communication Reduces Readmissions by 40%
Urban medical center and SNF avoid readmission through collaboration Why good communication is the key to keeping patients healthy Researchers...
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Predicting Life Expectancy in Dementia Patients
New survival predication table helps PCPs pinpoint dementia prognosis How LTC providers can use the tool to enhance care plans...
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Another State Considers In-Room Monitoring
Are electronic monitoring devices the new norm in nursing homes? SpecialtyRx breaks down the latest SNF surveillance trends In the...
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NY Nursing Homes Face Reimbursement Cuts
Overnight Medicaid cuts take $124M from New York nursing homes How the Cuomo administration is managing debt through LTC NY...
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California To Create Its Own Prescription Label
New proposal could make CA the first state to make its own drugs How the Golden State is fighting back...
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Recap: Top 3 LTC Stories of 2019
What headlines rocked long-term care in 2019? SpecialtyRx debuts its yearly rundown Have you paid attention these past twelve months?...
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How LTC Can Save $616M in 2020
CMS is finally taking steps to liſt burdensome LTC requirements Here’s a rundown of the latest Fiscal Year 2020 Memo...
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Dementia: 10 Minutes Make all the Difference
New research shows daily exercise wards off dementia How physical activity affects cognitive health Last April, a Boston School of...
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Is SNF Spending Beginning to Stall?
Recent stats show decelerated spending for nursing home services How SNFs can use competition as motivation Is SNF Spending Beginning...
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Best Practices For Combatting Superbugs
Ready to take on seasonal cold and flu in winter ’20? SpecialtyRx says the symptomatic treatment is best As we...
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LTC’s Behavioral Health Checkup
1 in 25 adults struggle with behavioral health issues PDPM poses new challenges for SNF caregivers Prior to the new...
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NY Judge Slams Brakes on Medicaid Cuts
New judicial order could save New York $246M in LTC funding How nursing homes banded together for the block On...
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Surprising Changes to Mortality Rate
New data suggests life expectancy is on the rise How long-term care factors into the mix The National Center for...
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The value of IPs
Certified infection preventionists improve antibiotic stewardship 5+ reasons you should have a specialist on staff Recent research from Columbia University...
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Supporting Residents’ Mental Health
40% of SNF residents suffer from depression A new study says work is the answer Beyond their physical ailments, people...
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New Bill Could Cost SNFs Billions
Anti-violence legislation aims to protect skilled nursing workers Compliance measures may cost providers billions of dollars If passed, a new...
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Secondary Fracture Prevention Could Save Billions
New research reveals huge potential savings for Medicare Here’s how osteoporotic fractures factor into the equation In 2016, the World...
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Dealing with Resident Depression
What’s the state of SNF depression management? SpecialtyRx care experts weigh in Dealing with Whether it’s due to a lack...
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NIC Reports Strong Numbers For Q2
New report reveals steady stats for occupancy and revenue Learn how skilled nursing facilities performed last quarter Despite minor decreases...
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NIA Pledges $53M to Alzheimer’s Care
A recent grant will significantly expand Alzheimer’s research Learn how care-based interventions lead the movement. This past week, officials at...
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Flu Outbreak Alert App Coming Soon
New influenza innovation hopes to reduce hospitalizations Get all the details on Australia’s FluCARE automation From November of 2018 to...
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Will CMS Surveys Get Harder?
CMS administrator announces survey changes in new blog Learn how stricter oversight could mean tougher inspections As part of her...
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Big News For Medicare Claims Appeals
A new class-action suit could close the ‘observation care’ gap Here’s how Medicare patients stand to benefit For years, Medicare...
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How Hypertension Links to Dementia
New imaging research suggests: Aggressive blood pressure therapy helps reduce dementia risk According to a recent study, intensively managing a...
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New Opioid Data for Medicare Part D
Will fewer prescriptions signal positive progress? An update on how seniors are faring on the opioid front In response to...
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CMS Reverses Antipsychotic Rule
New proposal restores ‘pro re nata’ rights for facility staff Get the full story on the future of antipsychotic prescriptions...
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Landmark Ruling On Provider Rights
Judge says doctors can make decisions for end-of-life patients How ‘elder orphans’ factor into skilled nursing Back in 2016, a...
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Living Wage in Long-Term Care
The growing ’15 Now’ movement puts LTC wages in spotlight How staff compensation affects care quality For years, Medicaid reimbursements...
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The Benefits of Enhanced Medical Rehabilitation
Setting specific therapy goals helps residents grow stronger Get a crash course on the EMR therapy model A recent study...
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Summertime Inspiration from ‘The Longest Day’
‘The Longest Day’ 2019 comes to a successful close Support the cause with activities for Alzheimer’s patients Each summer, the...
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Common Drugs Cause Dementia?
Anticholinergic drugs linked to dementia risk Skilled nursing facilities: take note As professionals working alongside seniors, we facecountless challenges related...
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Occupancy Rates Hit Four-Year High
Aster years of decline, NIC announces SNF occupancy increase For the past five years, nursing homes have struggled tokeep beds...
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Tips for reducing hospital transfers
Researchers say ‘mistrust’ is a leading reason for hospital transfers Let's see how we can educate and inspire confidence in...
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Residents Seek Comfort in Robotic Pets
Furry friends offer heartwarming support for dementia patients Can facilities tap these toys for traditional care? Back in 2015, the...
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Refreshing Your Oral Health Care Program
HHS says to SNF: Improve dental care or pay the price How to tackle the challenge of oral hygiene Over...
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As Moratorium Ends, Do Levies Loom?
This month, the feds will liſt a temporary ban on citation fines Here’s how to keep your facility in the...
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April is National Volunteer Month
Experts say the value of SNF volunteers is highly underestimated Celebrate NVM with the full lowdown on free labor Did...
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LTC Predictions 2019
Experts identify 3 key trends for the future of long-term care Each year, healthcare experts gaze into the LTC crystal...
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Language: A Barrier to Care?
California court rules: Son’s signature is null and void Do language barriers pose a risk to LTC? As servants in...
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WE’RE HIRING!
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How hospitals PAC their way to profits
Research says specific hospital ownership keeps care costs down See which type of PAC providers prove most lucrative It’s no...
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Prepare for PDPM in 3 easy steps
The countdown begins: PDPM is set to debut in six short months Get your three-step roadmap for smooth transitioning...
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Staffing Impact on Sepsis
Report says 25,000 fatal transfers each year involve sepsis Congress tries to tackle the issue with stricter staffing laws Back...
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How To Help Residents Sleep Better
In long-term care, the smallest acts matter Here’s a guide to granting patients a good night’s rest The older we...
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CMS Overpayment Sparks Debate
SNFs received $84 million in illicit payments from 2013-2015 Who’s to blame - hospitals or post-acute care providers? New research...
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NY Pushes For LTC Insurance
New York leaders say LTC coverage is possible for all The catch? A single-payer healthcare model New York lawmakers recently...
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How Communication Can Cut Costs
Readmissions are dangerous to patients (and our pockets) Experts say provider exchange helps reduce risk For years, long-term care facilities...
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43,000+ Job Openings in LTC
In times of low unemployment, think outside the recruiting box Follow these three tips for attracting and retaining new nurses...
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Put a STOP to Resident Wandering
Wandering poses a serious danger to dementia patients One nursing home has a surprising new approach to prevention In long-term...
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An Unusual Approach to Solving Staff Shortages
A Canadian nursing home just launched a volunteer pilot program Have you thought of bringing unpaid workers on board? Long-term...
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New Regulation Rings in the New Year
2019 ushers in big changes for long-term care Here’s a recap of what’s to come: Last year, SpecialtyRx discussed a...
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5 Headlines that Rocked LTC in 2018
The best long-term care strategy? Stay informed Here’s a look at five compelling news stories from 2018 As the year...
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Feds Fight to Ease HIPAA Burden
Washington wants to know how HIPAA impacts LTC Relaxed regulation may be the key to improved care On December 12th,...
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Top Trends for Aging Services in 2019
There’s still an entire month leſt in 2018 Let’s skip ahead with some New Year’s senior speculation At the end...
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Resident Safety Tops Holiday Wish List for SNFs
CMS introduces safety initiative just in time for the holidays Learn how new tools will help improve residents’ quality of...
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What Snow Means For SNFs
First signs of winter put the spotlight on emergency preparation Here’s the latest on CMS regulations for long-term care If...
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Election Aſtermath: An LTC Approach
The midterm madness is finally over See what’s in store for skilled nursing and healthcare at large Leading up to...
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The 10 Most Expensive States For LTC
Like other products and services, consumers are tracking LTC costs See the latest 2018 stats—and how your state stacks up...
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Serving ‘Younger’ Adults
Baby Boomers continue to revolutionize long-term care Here’s the lowdown on the newly dubbed ‘Life Plan Community’ LeadingAge, a respected...
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Can you keep your CNAs?
LTC nurses need support in more ways than one Here’s a brief take on today’s training and salary concerns As...
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Ending End-Of-Life MYTHS
Recent end-of-life stats bring compassion into question Should Medicare spending be limited in the final months of life? For years,...
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Reviewing Your Opioid Delivery
SNF gets three-figure fine for failure to administer meds When it comes to pain management, where do you draw the...
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Is Congress in our corner?
House representatives send a message to CMS: Stop red tape for Medicare providers United States House members Kevin Brady (R-Texas)...
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How To Step Up Your Security
An Oklahoma skilled nursing facility lost $1k in a matter of minutes The amount seems small, but its impact is...
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UPDATE: Telemedicine Case Study
The results are in: Telemedicine saves SNF in excess of $1.5 million Get all the details straight from SRX Back...
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GOOD NEWS! Skilled Nursing Numbers Set to Soar
Occupancy rates should see a big boost in 2019 Read on to learn which facilities will benefit from the rebound...
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