Scrubs

AUGUST 6, 2023

As part of this effort, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) launched a program to incentivize healthcare professionals to adopt the latest technology – namely, electronic health records (EHRs). Providers can also reduce certain Medicare/Medicaid fees by participating in the program.

Medicaid 98

Medicaid Medicare Care coordination Business 98

Relias

MARCH 1, 2023

One approach that hospital officials are using to manage the readmission risk and avoid Medicare penalties is establishing a preferred SNF network. Hospital and SNF providers and clinicians then work closely to manage post-acute care and improve patient outcomes after discharge.

Medicare 52

Medicare Medicaid Patient Satisfaction Long Term Care 52

American Nurse

JUNE 7, 2023

Some of the innovative care models that have emerged or grown include accountable care organizations, patient medical homes, community health centers, and nurse-managed clinics, requiring nurses’ full participation and engagement. The Essentials: Core Competencies for Professional Nursing Education; 2008. New Engl J Med.

Medicare 116

Medicare Health Insurance Promotion Nurse Practitioner 116

American Nurse

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Avoid using catheters to manage incontinence. Review catheter necessity daily (for example, audit by nurse manager). Nurse managers should track and audit IUCs using established protocols. Nurses contribute significantly to the evidence-based care of patients with UTI and in prevention efforts.

Best Practices 82

Best Practices Self-Care Long Term Care Medicaid 82