As COVID-19 began to spread, the focus was on hospitals in the scramble to ensure adequate staffing, beds, equipment, and resources to care for coronavirus patients. In an ill-advised move to help address this, CA and NY State officials announced that nursing homes couldn’t refuse patients coming from the hospital, … Read More
Thanks for participating! 🎬 The Round 3 winner is…
Thank you to everyone who participated in SimpleLTC’s Streaming Awards. The final votes have been counted. The top distractions are… Top TV series: Grey’s Anatomy Top movie: The Notebook Top guilty pleasure: Dr. Pimple Popper The grand prize winner receiving a $500 streaming subscription (or cash) is… Becky F, Bridger Rehab … Read More
Texas SNFs: Nursing facility MDS authorization extensions
This just in for Texas skilled nursing facilities: Announced on TMHP’s LTC page, the NF eligibility, MN, and the current RUG will be extended for 90 days. They are encouraging providers to complete MDS’ as soon as possible. Guidance to Nursing Facility Providers The Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) … Read More
PBJ reporting waiver issued by CMS
CMS has issued a waiver for PBJ Reporting this quarter (Jan. 1 – Mar. 31 staffing data due May 15) to provide relief to facilities during the COVID-19 crisis. The waiver reads: “Staffing Data Submission: CMS is waiving 42 CFR 483.70(q) to provide relief to long term care facilities on … Read More
We all need a distraction… tell us what you’re streaming and you can win 🏆
Let’s face it — we all need a distraction right now We know our customers are on the front lines of the COVID-19 crisis. You’re worried about your residents, your health, your family, and how to balance the high workload and stress. At SimpleLTC, we’re behind you and we salute … Read More