Hospital Recruiting | Nursing

APRIL 1, 2020

The emergency decision by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) on March 17, 2020 (and retroactively in effect beginning March 6, 2020) to pay for telehealth visits outside of rural areas has eased physician concern.

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Telemedicine Medicaid Medicare Licensing 73

Nurse.com

JULY 18, 2022

In fact, by last year there were more NPs licensed for primary care than there were primary care physicians, who now make up only about 30% of all MDs. It is no surprise, then, that NPs are in particular demand in rural America and, over 80% of NPs accept Medicare and Medicaid patients. Rural areas of the U.S.

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Nurse Practitioner Bedside nursing Medicaid Medicare 105

Empowered Nurses

OCTOBER 12, 2023

In it, 335,000 registered nurses and licensed practical/vocational nurses surveyed in 2022. For the first time ever, centers for Medicare and Medicaid services have proposed new staffing regulations for long term care facilities. That survey found that one in four nurses intended to leave the profession in the next four years.

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Long Term Care Nurse Practitioner Medicaid Medicare 97

American Nurse

APRIL 30, 2024

Because licensing laws are different in every state, Palicki had to choose which states to practice in, even though she’s a telehealth provider. In this role, she leads projects and advises within the agency aimed at improving care for Medicaid beneficiaries in Texas. Texas has the third largest Medicaid program in the U.S.,

Medicaid 116

Medicaid APRN Health Literacy Nurse Practitioner 116

IntelyCare

MAY 1, 2024

Nearly eight months have passed since The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a proposed rule to set minimum staffing standards for nursing homes. HPRD using any combination of nursing staff, which can include licensed practical nurses (LPNs) or licensed vocational nurses (LVNs) as well as RNs and NAs.

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Long Term Care Licensing Medicaid Medicare 101

Scrubs

MARCH 8, 2023

According to the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, undocumented immigrants can receive federally funded Medicaid through the Emergency Medical Assistance program (EMA), which will cover a specific emergency medical condition if the individual meets the income, resources, and category requirements of Pennsylvania’s Medicaid program.

Medicaid 97

Medicaid Long Term Care Licensing Business 97

Minority Nurse

JANUARY 27, 2023

That brings to 26 the number of states where NPs can practice to the top of their license without restriction. Now, patients in more than half of the states, the District of Columbia, and two U.S. territories have full, direct healthcare access from NPs. In April 2022, New York and Kansas granted FPA to NPs.

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Nurse Practitioner APRN Medicaid Medicare 103

Minority Nurse

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

That brings to 26 the number of states where NPs can practice to the top of their license without restriction. Now, patients in more than half of the states, the District of Columbia, and two U.S. territories have full, direct healthcare access from NPs. In April 2022, New York and Kansas granted FPA to NPs. Maintaining Momentum.

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Nurse Practitioner APRN Medicaid Medicare 98

Minority Nurse

OCTOBER 7, 2022

It can cause nurses to suppress patient safety information as they attempt to protect themselves, their licenses, and their livelihood. Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid. Healthcare Environment Can be a Chaotic Place for a Nurse. A culture of safety in healthcare takes a village! References.

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Self-Care Promotion Medicaid Medicare 105

American Nurse

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Medicare, Medicaid, and many private insurers require the use of the National Provider Identifier (NPI) which is administered by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). NCSBN also automatically assigns every licensed nurse an NCSBN ID number in their Nursys database. Why should I obtain an NPI?

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Medicare Medicaid APRN Nurse Shortage 52

American Nurse

JUNE 13, 2024

Medicare, Medicaid, and many private insurers require the use of the National Provider Identifier (NPI) which is administered by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). NCSBN also automatically assigns every licensed nurse an NCSBN ID number in their Nursys database. Why should I obtain an NPI?

Medicare 52

Medicare Medicaid APRN Nurse Shortage 52

Minority Nurse

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

A greater role for technology, especially artificial intelligence, and more states introducing legislation to allow NPs to practice at the top of their license are among the trends NPs will see in 2025. “We’re going to see more states introduce legislation allowing NPS to practice at the top of our licenses,” he said.

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Nurse Practitioner Medicaid Medicare Licensing 59

Minority Nurse

AUGUST 31, 2023

They found that, compared to nursing homes with no Black residents, nursing homes with at least 50% Black residents had lower ratios of registered nurse (RN) and certified nursing assistant (CNA) hours per resident per day and greater ratios of licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day.

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LPN Medicaid Licensing 59

Health Leaders | Nursing

MARCH 5, 2023

Care models had not wavered much since hospitals became medicalized in the early 20 th century, and particularly since the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) were created in 1965, says Jason Gilbert, PhD MBA RN NEA-BC , executive vice president and chief nurse executive, Indiana University Health.

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Retirement Nurse Shortage Leadership Medicaid 116

Healthcare Law Insights blog

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Unlike many states, Wyoming-licensed physicians can, but are not required to, report another physician to the Wyoming Board of Medicine for conduct violating the Wyoming Medical Practice Act. Generally, Wyoming law does not require physicians to report colleagues to the Wyoming Board of Medicine. Ass’n, AMA Principles of Med. Ethics: II: 9.4.2

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Medicaid Medicare Licensing 59

Capitol Beat

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Recently, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a Request for Information (RFI) entitled Make Your Voice Heard: Promoting Efficiency and Equity Within CMS Programs. We know that when APRNs are allowed to practice at the top of their license, more patients overcome barriers to receiving safe and cost-effective care.

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APRN Medicaid Medicare Licensing 52

Minority Nurse

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

I was frustrated by things such as not being able to sign most medical orders of life-sustaining treatment forms or not being able to sign, believe it or not, a barber who needs a physical to be cleared to get their barber license in New York State. There are many outdated laws or policies, particularly Medicare and Medicaid.

Nurse Practitioner 116

Nurse Practitioner Medicaid Medicare Leadership 116

American Nurse

MAY 8, 2023

Takeaways: To help patients and their families make informed decisions about choosing health care, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) publicly reports quality performance measures. ahrq.gov/cahps/surveys-guidance/index.html Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Data transparency aids care quality improvement.

Medicare 52

Medicare Medicaid Patient Experience Home Healthcare 52

Health Leaders | Nursing

APRIL 10, 2023

As we move toward value-based care, we have to take care of lots of people, especially as Medicaid is expanded throughout our country. For example, in dermatology, APPs might do general dermatology and the physicians might do the surgical subspecialty part of that.

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Pharmaceutical Private Practice Nurse Practitioner Medicaid 111

CynaMed

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Skilled care, on the other hand, refers to services that fall into skilled nursing care, or rehabilitation services, are provided by bedside licensed health professionals (like RNs, LPNs, CNAs) under the supervision of doctors and physical therapists. How about Skilled Care?

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Long Term Care Medicare Licensing LPN 52

Board Vitals - Nursing

AUGUST 30, 2016

Teen pregnancy Increase access to contraceptive counseling by expanding the age and income eligibility levels for Medicaid coverage of family planning services to increase teens’ access to healthcare services, including contraception and other preventive services.

Medicaid 52

Medicaid Promotion Licensing Health Outcomes 52

IntelyCare

JANUARY 10, 2023

The RAI process is also a federal requirement from the Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) as outlined in section §483. These regulations apply to federally and state licensed facilities and allows states the option to utilize the MDS assessment (Section S) to collect state specific data if they choose.

Medicaid 52

Medicaid Medicare Mental Health Licensing 52

American Nurse

JUNE 3, 2024

The BHIT includes nurses, physicians, and licensed mental health therapists who provide and guide the delivery of compassionate patient-centered care for those with behavioral and substance use issues, as well as support and consultation for clinical staff caring for them. 3W3aHFM Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.

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Communication Medicare Self-Care Mental Health 111

Capitol Beat

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

The bill represents huge progress for APRNs to continue to practice at the top of their license. The ICAN Act would remove unnecessary and outdated barriers to providing care for APRNs across the country so they can better care for their patients who are enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid programs. Nurse Advocates stand with Rep.

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APRN Medicaid Medicare Mental Health 52

Healthcare Law Insights blog

JULY 17, 2023

Last week, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services issued a Proposed Rule that, if finalized, would extend the application of the “36-Month Rule” from home health agencies (“HHAs”) to also include hospice agencies as well. The 36-Month Rule, found at 42 C.F.R.

Medicare 52

Medicare Medicaid Business Licensing 52

Empowered Nurses

APRIL 27, 2023

But, as I say, “You can always get another job, but you can’t get another license.” Should you choose to file a complaint, note that different states can have their own laws regarding “ whistleblowers.” If you encounter a patient safety issue, don’t hesitate to speak up. in 2018; the CEO was paid over $10,000,000.00

Medicaid 52

Medicaid Medicare Licensing 52

Empowered Nurses

APRIL 27, 2023

But, as I say, “You can always get another job, but you can’t get another license.” Should you choose to file a complaint, note that different states can have their own laws regarding “ whistleblowers.” If you encounter a patient safety issue, don’t hesitate to speak up. in 2018; the CEO was paid over $10,000,000.00

Medicaid 52

Medicaid Medicare Licensing 52

IntelyCare

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

With the end of this fiscal year approaching, The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) decided to set off its New Year’s fireworks a little early. These actions could include the termination of the provider agreement, denial of payments under Medicare and Medicaid, and other civil penalties.

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Long Term Care Medicaid Medicare LPN 52

Hospital Recruiting | Nursing

MAY 12, 2022

It would be useful information to survey providers who retire their licenses and identify if the Vaught case contributed to their decision to find other careers. In 2021, after the criminal investigation was initiated, the TN Board of Nursing later revoked her nursing license in July of 2021. She will be sentenced on May 13, 2022.

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Malpractice Military Medicaid Medicare 52

Relias

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Several factors drove these concerns, such as licensing, Medicare/Medicaid?reimbursement, Medicaid beneficiaries use telehealth services. SoonerCare Medicaid program. amount of telehealth adoption prior to the COVID-19 pandemic,?some some providers?were?weary weary of such innovations in behavioral healthcare.

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Medicaid Business Best Practices Medicare 52

Health Leaders | Nursing

AUGUST 28, 2023

As we move toward value-based care, we have to take care of lots of people, especially as Medicaid is expanded throughout our country. For example, in dermatology, APPs might do general dermatology and the physicians might do the surgical subspecialty part of that.

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Chief Nursing Officer Medicaid Licensing Nurse Shortage 52

American Nurse

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Specialty team members currently consist of four geriatricians, a psychiatrist, two nurse practitioners (NPs), a physical therapist, a public health infection-control preventionist, a licensed clinical social worker, and a clinical pharmacist.

Long Term Care 87

Long Term Care Leadership Nurse Practitioner Medicaid 87

Relias

OCTOBER 14, 2022

In its report Improving Access to Maternal Health Care in Rural Communities , the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services reported that less than half of U.S. Yet women living in rural areas currently use licensed midwives 12.5% women living in rural areas are within a 30-minute drive to a hospital with obstetric services.

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Medicaid Medicare Education Licensing 52

Relias

OCTOBER 28, 2022

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) is ramping up survey scrutiny for hospice this year, training surveyors to focus on interdisciplinary group care planning and coordination of care as part of an emphasis on meeting four core Conditions of Participation. Increased scrutiny in hospices.

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Care coordination Communication Medicaid Medicare 52

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

DECEMBER 15, 2023

1 Individuals covered by Medicaid (28.3%) and Medicare (26.8%), those who are Black (26.1%) and those earning less than $25,000 (26.4%) have the highest rates of telehealth visits. In addition, all states require licensure in order to practice; however, state licenses are usually based on the results of the NBCOT Certification Examination.

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Telemedicine Communication Medicaid Medicare 52

American Nurse

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Introduction SOUTH CAROLINA is predominately a rural state that consistently demonstrates poor health rankings, due to the lack of Medicaid expansion, healthcare deserts, and a decreasing physician supply. Criteria for inclusion were currently licensed and actively practicing as a SC NP, CNM or CNS.

APRN 52

APRN Nurse Practitioner Clinical Nurse Specialist Medicare 52

Amercan Journal of Nursing

OCTOBER 19, 2023

On Sep 6, 2023, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) published a proposed rule for their widely anticipated minimum staffing requirements for long-term care facilities. In the past, this has come through mechanisms such as wage pass throughs and Medicaid Incentive Payment Programs. HPRD—and nurse aides (NAs)—2.45

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Long Term Care LPN Medicaid Licensing 96