The Monthly - July 2024 Edition
The Monthly provides important updates and news for long-term care, skilled nursing, personal care, and assisted living facilities.
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Jennifer R. Dunlap, MSN, RN, NHA, WCC, IP-BC, RAC-CT, RAC-CTA
Nov 1, 20231 min read
Updates to the RAI Manual
Stay up to date with recent changes to the RAI Manual from October 20th, 23rd, and November 1st, 2023. https://www.cms.gov/medicare/quali...
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Jennifer R. Dunlap, MSN, RN, NHA, WCC, IP-BC, RAC-CT, RAC-CTA
Sep 5, 20231 min read
CMS Mandatory Staffing
CMS proposed staffing rule is available here: https://www.cms.gov/newsroom/fact-sheets/medicare-and-medicaid-programs-minimum-staffing-st...
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Jennifer R. Dunlap, MSN, RN, NHA, WCC, IP-BC, RAC-CT, RAC-CTA
Aug 25, 20231 min read
Final RAI Manual NOW AVAILABLE
CMS has published the final RAI Manual as of August 24, 2023. You can obtain the electronic version at: Minimum Data Set 3.0 Resident...
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Jennifer R. Dunlap, MSN, RN, NHA, WCC, IP-BC, RAC-CT, RAC-CTA
Aug 14, 20231 min read
RAI Manual Posting August 14, 2023
Please note that CMS has indicated the finalized RAI Manual that was posted on various sites on August 14, 2023, is NOT the final RAI...
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Jennifer R. Dunlap, MSN, RN, NHA, WCC, IP-BC, RAC-CT, RAC-CTA
Aug 2, 20231 min read
FY 2024 SNF Prospective Payment System Final Rule
On July 31, 2023, CMS published the final rule for fiscal year 2024. To read through the document, click here:...
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Jennifer R. Dunlap, MSN, RN, NHA, WCC, IP-BC, RAC-CT, RAC-CTA
Jul 12, 20231 min read
Additional MDS Item Sets Released
CMS has released the IPA, NP, and SP item sets for the October 1, 2023 changes. You can download here: https://www.cms.gov/files/zip/mds...
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Jennifer R. Dunlap, MSN, RN, NHA, WCC, IP-BC, RAC-CT, RAC-CTA
Jul 1, 20231 min read
Optional State Assessment in PA
The PA DOH will require the OSA MDS beginning October 1, 2023, in order to calculate CMI without utilizing a RUG system. This change...
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Jennifer R. Dunlap, MSN, RN, NHA, WCC, IP-BC, RAC-CT, RAC-CTA
Jul 1, 20231 min read
PA DOH Changes Effective TODAY!
Pennsylvania's requirement changes for long-term care facilities takes effect today. A staffing calculation tool is included here:...
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Jennifer R. Dunlap, MSN, RN, NHA, WCC, IP-BC, RAC-CT, RAC-CTA
Jun 27, 20231 min read
RAI Manual Changes
CMS has made RAI Manual and Item Set changes that will be effective October 1, 2023. On the CMS website, you can obtain the latest...
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