CMS releases FY2019 Mission & Priorities (MPD)
In a new Admin memo dated October 4, 2018, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released its Fiscal Year 2019... Read More
CMS and CDC teaming up to create infection prevention & control training course
In a QSO memo dated March 16, 2018, The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced that it is working with... Read More
CMS issues new guidance for formatting Plans of Correction
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued an S&C memo to all providers regarding new guidance for how plans of... Read More
CMS Extends Comment Period for Proposed LTC Regulations
The September 15, 2015 Federal Register will include notification from CMS that the comment period for the major overhaul of the LTC... Read More
Proposed LTC Regs: Competency-Based Staffing
One proposed regulation for nursing facilities addresses “sufficient” staffing requirements. In an effort to create an environment where the focus is person-centered... Read More
“Building Respect for LGBT Older Adults” Training Available Now
In August 2014, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid (CMS) released a learning tool, “Building Respect for LGBT Older Adults.” The online... Read More
HHS outlines results of falls reduction study and LTC impact
The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued a press release on a comprehensive falls prevention program that was developed... Read More
CMS Approves Use of Power Strips in Long Term Care Facilities
In a September 26, 2014 S&C Letter, “Categorical Waiver for Power Strips in Patient Care Areas” (Ref: S&C: 14-46-LSC), CMS notes that... Read More
New Elder Justice Roadmap to Combat Abuse of Elderly
Today the Department of Justice (DOJ) and Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) released the Elder Justice Roadmap, which outlines the... Read More
RAND’s Blueprint for Improving Dementia Care Stresses Training, Better Transitions
The RAND Corporation recently released a research report, ‘Improving Dementia Long Term Care: A Policy Blueprint,” which provides a framework for stakeholders... Read More
CFPB Releases Guide to Protecting Nursing Home Residents from Financial Exploit
#183409498 / gettyimages.com The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has created a guide for nursing homes and assisted living facilities to help protect... Read More
CMS Reiterates Sprinkler Requirement in S&C Informational Memo
In a letter sent to all State Survey Agency Directors on May 20, 2014, “Final Rule – Promoting Program Efficiency, Transparency, and... Read More