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CMS Video Tutorials to Assist with Coding Specific Section GG Items.
This article from Long Term Care Leader contains links to videos to help you with coding accuracy under the new Patient Driven Payment Model.
http://www.longtermcareleader.com/2019/06/cms-video-tutorials-to-assist-with.html
New RAI guide calls for increased teamwork.
The need for interdisciplinary cooperation is a must under the new rules. Learn more in this article from McKnight’s: https://bit.ly/30CizPp
‘Abrupt’ changes to Nursing Home Compare are confusing consumers.
Industry trade groups slammed changes to Nursing Home Compare that went into effect on Wednesday, concerned that the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is “moving the goalposts” for providers. Read more by going to https://bit.ly/2Q6zzs5
NSNCW is May 12-18.
National Skilled Nursing Care Week is May 12-18. The 2019 theme is “Live Soulfully,” which will celebrate skilled nursing centers, and their residents and staff, by showcasing how they achieve happy minds and healthy souls. Every day, skilled nursing centers assist frail, elderly, and disabled individuals in living their happiest lives. Whether it’s planting, cooking, reading or listening to music, staff at our nation’s centers pay it forward by dedicating themselves to improving quality of life for residents.
AHCA has several resources at ahcancal.org/NSNCW to help you celebrate NSNCW, including graphics, a planning guide, sample social media posts, newsletter template, and more. Use the hashtag #NSNCW on social media to share how you’re celebrating and follow us on Facebook here and Twitter here.
National Nurses Day – May 6, 2019
National Nurses Day Activities
Thank the Nurses in Your Life
Nursing is known for being a “behind-the-scenes” profession. A simple “thank you for all you do” could make a nurse’s day by showing that you notice their hard work. With more than 3 million registered nurses in the USA, chances are there is at least one nurse out there who would be thrilled to be the object of your gratitude.
Give the Gift of Caffeine
Nurses often work long, thankless shifts—standing on their feet for 12 or more hours a day. For a nurse on the run, there’s nothing better than a boost of caffeine in the middle of a shift. Head over to your local clinic or hospital with copious amounts of coffee in tow, and tell the receptionist you’re there to honor the nurses for National Nurses Day.
Learn About the Woman Responsible for It All
We’ve all heard the name Florence Nightingale. But do you know what made her famous? In honor of National Nurses Day, educate yourself about this groundbreaking woman who paved the way for modern nursing. Read an article—or better yet, watch a documentary—about “The Lady with the Lamp.” Bonus points if you can recite the Florence Nightingale Pledge afterwards!
5 Facts About Famous Nurses That Prove Why Nurses Rock
Nursing home uses nostalgic field trips to trigger memories
A Louisiana nursing home operator is taking its residents on trips down memory lane, hoping they’ll spark them to remember their past. See the full McKnight’s article.
Save Money and Get Paid More!
The Gero Nurse Prep Spring Sale Ends April 30. Find out why you should register now.
http://www.longtermcareleader.com/2019/04/gero-nurse-prep-spring-sale-ends-april.html
ANCC Board Certified RNs can make a big difference!
New research conducted by AHCA/NCAL shows that SNFs that employ at least one American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) Board certified RN also, on average, performed higher on SNF VBP performance. The net result is that these SNFs get higher Medicare Part A reimbursements.
Read more at http://www.longtermcareleader.com/2019/04/344-average-snf-vbp-performance-score.html
Demotion Day is April 24th.
Roughly 5000 facilities may suffer a ratings drop when CMS makes changes to the Five-Star Ratings System.
Learn more in the McKnight’s article CMS’latest 5 Star changes leaving a bad taste