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Regulatory Update

CMS Raised the Bar: What the July 2026 Five-Star Refresh Means for Your Quality Measure Rating

Antipsychotics Under Renewed Scrutiny: Why Balanced Oversight Matters

Regulatory Update

CMS Finalizes the FY 2027 SNF PPS Rule: The Biggest Changes Are Not About Reimbursement

December 1, 2025

Sleep Easier: The Top 3 Strategies for LTC Leaders

Practical guidance to calm the biggest worries for Administrators and DONs.

Regulatory Update

November 14, 2025

Government Reopens: What This Means for LTC Providers

With the federal government shutdown now over, CMS and State Survey Agencies are beginning to ramp survey and certification activities back

Regulatory Update

November 11, 2025

CMS Survey Pause During Government Shutdown: What Long-Term Care Providers Need to Know

As the federal government shutdown stretches into the longest in U.S. history, there’s finally movement toward resolution.

October 30, 2025

Soul Tired: A Real Talk About Burnout in Long Term Care

Long term care work is emotionally heavy, physically demanding, and spiritually exhausting. Very few people talk about it honestly.

October 23, 2025

The Overlooked Power of GG Coding: Why Accuracy Matters for Your Bottom Line

In today’s skilled nursing environment, Section GG has become one of the most influential components of the Minimum Data Set.

October 22, 2025

When Every Day Counts: Why Therapy Strategy Matters More Than Ever

Shorter hospital stays and higher acuity admissions mean that SNF therapy teams have less time to achieve meaningful, measurable outcomes.

October 17, 2025

Fractured Foundations: Why Leadership Teams in Long Term Care Are Struggling and How to Fix It

Long term care is one of the most regulated, emotionally demanding, and operationally complex areas in healthcare.

October 13, 2025

F605 Side Effects in Sight: What Every Staff Member Should Know

Antipsychotic medications can be effective tools in managing serious mental health conditions, but they also carry risks for older adults.

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