CMS (The Centers For Medicare And Medicaid Services) has proposed a significant funding increase for post acute care services provided by skilled nursing homes. This is part of its annual pay rules review for skilled nursing facilities, hospices, and inpatient rehab facilities. CMS: New Rules Help Skilled Nursing Homes Skilled nursing facilities …
Mental health issues are an increasing topic of national discussion. A new study reveals that patients with mental health issues are statistically less likely to be admitted at higher-quality skilled nursing facilities. Mental Health: The Study Researchers from the University of Rochester’s Department of Public Health Sciences, investigated whether a resident’s behavioral …
Alzheimer’s costs in 2018 are going to significantly increase by 20 billion dollars compared to 2017, reports the Alzheimer’s Association. Alzheimer’s Costs: Who Pays? Medicare and Medicaid will be paying the bulk of these costs. For example, $186 billion will be paid for by Medicare and Medicaid, according to the Alzheimer’s Association, …