Please see the important information below regarding the hold harmless provision implemented by the Department of Health Services (DHS) to address the transition from RUGs to PDPM. More detailed information about the provision itself and how to view your facility’s report are described below.
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Beginning
December 4, 2023, nursing home and hospital providers will be required to complete and submit all preadmission screen and resident review (PASRR) Level I screens through the secure ForwardHealth Portal. Please see below for detailed instructions and resources that are available to aide in the transition process. The training video referenced below demonstrates exactly how to access and complete the new automated screen.
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November 16, 2023 marked the deadline for member nursing facilities and assisted living centers to notify AHCA/NCAL of their intent to apply for a 2024 Quality Award. WHCA/WiCAL is pleased to announced that 45 of our members have filed an intent to apply.
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If you are looking to create recruiting relationships with youths in your community, Wisconsin HOSA is an excellent organization with which to partner. Sometimes known as the “FFA for Healthcare”, HOSA is a student association for future health professionals. Read on to learn more about an upcoming partnership opportunity.
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WisCaregiver Careers is thrilled to announce the release of a new
video guide that provides valuable information on how employers can take advantage of the reimbursements available through the WisCaregiver Careers CNA program.
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WisCaregiver Careers is dedicated to ensuring participating nursing homes get reimbursed for a wider set of potential trainees through retroactive reimbursements! With retroactive reimbursements, employers can submit trainees for tracking and reimbursement after certification has been achieved.
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Superior Health Quality Alliance, in concert with Metastar, is Wisconsin’s Quality Improvement Organization. To follow please find several educational resources for your consideration and use.
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released
guidance for testing nursing home residents with respiratory virus symptoms when COVID-19 and flu are co-circulating.
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