Civil Money Penalty Funds WISTV had an interesting article explaining the nursing home penalty system. It is disheartening to say the least. States have millions in fines that could provide testing, PPE, and staff to nursing homes during the pandemic. However, the Trump Administration refuses to release the $400 million in the Civil Money Penalty
Anthony Fauci warned that COVID-19 deaths could easily top 300,000. The trajectory of the pandemic needs to change. The number of coronavirus deaths and hospitalizations show no signs of slowing. KXAN reported how architects and designers are working to solve the pandemic in nursing homes. “Nursing Home System Study” will show how design increases quality
Help on the Way Vaccine distribution is almost here. The FDA’s vaccine advisory committee will approve Pfizer’s emergency use authorization (EUA) request for its COVID-19 vaccine on Dec. 10. The federal government will send 6.4 million doses of Pfizer’s coronavirus vaccine to front-line health-care workers. Distribution may start within 24 hours of regulatory clearance.Gen. Gustave
This year I want to thank the heroes of 2020–frontline caregivers. These selfless healthcare providers have sacrificed more than anyone. They risk their lives every shift during this pandemic. Thank you. Fatigue and Turnover Staffing issues plague the nursing home industry. The coronavirus pandemic made it worse. Staffing has been among the top concerns and expenses
Providers across the country are pleading with residents’ families to find alternative ways to celebrate Thanksgiving to prevent further disaster at nursing homes. McKnight’s reported on CMS’ recommendation that nursing home residents should not leave during the Thanksgiving holiday. The plea comes as the COVID-19 death toll approaches 100,000 in long-term care settings and cases are
HCBS Skilled Nursing News reported that the nation’s top Medicare and Medicaid official called on states to boost their home- and community-based services (HCBS) for the elderly. The impact of COVID-19 on nursing homes has exposed a key flaw in the overall system. “The COVID-19 crisis has shone a harsh light on the human costs