'Dangerous Dismantling' of HHS Behind Lawsuit Filed by 20 Attorneys General
McKnight's Senior Living
A coalition of 20 attorneys general is suing to block what they say is the Trump administration's "dangerous dismantling" of the federal health agency, adding that recent actions endanger programs, including Medicaid. Read more.
Nursing Home IJ Trends, Common Misconceptions, and How to Avoid and Contest Such Citations
Skilled Nursing News
High-level citations, such as immediate jeopardy (IJ) citations, could be on the rise since new requirements for transfers and discharges went into effect on April 28. The tighter scrutiny also heightens the concern about the survey process. Read more.
Skilled Nursing Workers More Prone to Violence, Injuries Than Any Other Healthcare Sector: Study
McKnight's Long-Term Care News
A new study has found violence to be one of the top 3 causes of nonfatal occupational injuries for skilled nursing workers – and it's higher in the sector than all other healthcare settings. Read more.