The election results offer a picture of what long-term care providers might expect for LTC policy over the next 2-4 years. Both state and federal elections will impact policy and advocacy goals for providers across Wisconsin.
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Don’t let capacity and prohibition barriers prevent you from being successful at addressing the CNA shortage. Let us help you tap into our community and collectively solve these issues!
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Effective July 1, 2022, the Specialized Psychiatric Rehabilitative Services (SPRS) reimbursement rate increased from $9.00 to $23.39 per resident day. This supplemental payment is available to skilled nursing facilities that provide SPRS to residents determined to have a mental illness by a level II PASRR evaluation.
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The Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Adult HCBS Minimum Fee Schedule Provider Cost Survey is now available. You’re invited...
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WHCA/WiCAL Prime Business Partner & Members Savings provider, Navigator Group Purchasing, along with its partners, will break down the election results and provide real-world implications to the post-acute care industry in a FREE webinar to WHCA/WiCAL members.
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An automated light system mimicking nature's clock helps patients in long-term care facilities. UNION GROVE, Wis. — An automated light system is keeping residents at...
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The Quality Award Program’s intent to apply (ITA) deadline is approaching on November 15, 2022. The Program team encourages applicants who plan to apply for...
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Register TODAY for the November Seminar Series webinar. The webinar will be hosted on November 29, from 1-2pm and it's just $49 for members to...
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) will provide a detailed review of Enhanced Barrier Precautions in nursing homes followed by a conversation with the...
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For nursing home providers, CMS released revised survey/enforcement guidance meant to align with the new CDC guidance. However, AL providers have been looking for additional clarification from the state on how the new guidance impacted AL facilities' abilities to adjust or relax staff masking policy.
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Attention all nursing home employers: Are you missing out on free CNA recruiting support from
WisCaregiver Careers?
Over 1,500 people have registered with WisCaregiver Careers since July. Each registration triggers an automated email to all participating employers within 50 miles of the registrant’s zip code. These emails contain the registrant’s contact information and are your signal that a potential job applicant wants to learn more about your work and training opportunities.
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On October, 26, 2022, CMS released QSO 23-02 replaces several previous QSOs and modifies the Scope and Severity of non-compliance. This QSO replaces from QSO 22-07-ALL Revised, QSO 22-09-ALL Revised, and QSO 22-11-ALL Revised. The guidance applies to all states.
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Register Today! This webinar is an open forum to discuss and answer all of your individual questions on CNA mentorship. Come ready to participate with a list of your questions. Webinar will take place on Tuesday, November 29th – 12-1:00 p.m.
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Superior Health will provide 300 skilled nursing facilities (SNFs)
access to Real Time through October 2024
at no cost. This access will enhance the quality of care and improve resident outcomes across post-acute skilled nursing facilities.
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