CMS updated federal guidance for nursing homes. The updates had been due since 2019, but were delayed by the agency for additional review prior to the pandemic. To support the Long-Term Care (LTC) Facilities Requirements for Participation, CMS  issued surveyor guidance. The guidance clarifies requirements and compliance. CMS is highlighting the benefits of reducing the number

Patients would rather be cared for in the home when at all possible. National HealthCare Corporation (NHC) plans to roll out its SNF-at-home pilot program this year. NHC is the oldest publicly traded senior care company. Murfreesboro, Tenn.-based NHC operates 75 SNFs, 25 assisted living communities, 28 home care agencies, six continuing care retirement centers

In-house Agency Staff The nursing home industry often uses temporary agency nurses. Now, the industry demands federal protection from alleged price gouging. Nursing homes are upset that former employees would rather work for an agency instead of a crappy nursing home. Nursing homes are notorious for not pay a living wage or providing any benefits.

Yesterday was World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD). The Consumer Voice observed the day as a call-to-action to raise awareness about abuse, neglect, and exploitation of elders. Abuse and neglect is widespread but preventable. Every year 1 in 10 older Americans are victims of elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation. Research shows that as few as

The United States Supreme Court, in a rare unanimous decision, in Morgan v. Sundance reversed the Eighth Circuit. The Court explained that the Eighth Circuit erred by creating an arbitration-specific waiver rule that favored arbitration. Federal waiver law does not require a showing of prejudice. Parties can waive their ability to force lawsuits into arbitration