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Legal Considerations for Nurses, Part 1

American Nurse

Violations may lead to civil monetary penalties, loss of Medicare certification, and potential legal action against the individual nurse or healthcare facility. Mental Health EDs often have limited resources to treat patients with mental health conditions, and not all ED nurses have received specialized training in mental health.

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Reducing Maternal Mortality: Will the ‘Birthing-Friendly’ Hospital Designation Help?

Relias

­The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a final rule in August 2022 to improve maternal health outcomes and advance health equity — two of the Biden-Harris Administration’s key priorities. Both clinical and behavioral factors contribute to maternal health outcomes. Sadly, U.S.

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The Relentless School Nurse: Just Because They Can, Does Not Mean They Should.

The Relentless School Nurse

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) rescinded key guidance on March 4, 2025, affecting Medicaid and Childrens Health Insurance Program (CHIP) coverage for services addressing health-related social needs (HRSNs).