In long-term care, it is common to encounter sores and ulcers, the most common being pressure and Kennedy ulcers. While the two conditions have similar characteristics, each has distinct traits and...
How to Treat a Kennedy Ulcer
In long-term care, it is common to encounter sores and ulcers, the most common being pressure and Kennedy ulcers. While the two conditions have similar characteristics, each has distinct traits and...
Hurricane season is upon us, and that means it’s time to start preparing for natural disasters. While everyone must stay vigilant during this time, it's important to remember that seniors and those...
In the long-term care industry, few challenges are as profound as caring for people with dementia symptoms. And proper documentation and accurate dementia ICD 10 coding are paramount in meeting...
The complex world of ICD codes, including the Fall ICD 10 codes, represents the universal language medical professionals use to communicate medical conditions. These alphanumeric codes require...
Recent reports have highlighted the growing exasperation around the Skilled Nursing Facility 5-Claim Probe and Educate Review, initiated by the CMS in May 2023. The review mandates that all skilled...
On August 1st, 2023, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced its final rules for the 2024 inpatient prospective payment system (IPPS) and long-term care hospital (LTCH)...
In the world of long-term care, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) in nursing homes is an important part of ensuring resident privacy and data security. These legal...
An assisted living dietary program encompasses a specialized nutrition plan tailored to the unique dietary requirements of older adults living in assisted care settings. These dietary programs aim...
The nursing home consulting role was established by the Department of Health in 2000 to enhance the quality of nursing services, bolster leadership, and improve the retention of skilled and...
As the population ages, older adults turn to geriatric chiropractic care to enhance their physical and mental health and overall well-being. One reason for the increased popularity of such services...