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Representing Kansas at the AHCA/NCAL Quality Summit in Grapevine, TX
Pictured: Tricia Phillips, KHCA District 5 VP, Polly Berkley, VP of Operations and Education, Linda Farrar, KHCA Clinical Consultant
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COVID-19 Provider Vaccine Mandate Still in Effect
Earlier this month, AHCA/NCAL released a member update regarding the release of QSO-23-14-ALL which addressed that the COVID-19 Health Care Provider Vaccine Mandate would “soon end.” The release of this memo has raised many member questions as to when the COVID-19 Health Care Provider Vaccine Mandate will end.
There is a formal and lengthy process the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services is required to take to end any rule. Therefore, the COVID-19 vaccine mandate remains in place until further rulemaking occurs. AHCA/NCAL will notify members once more information is available.
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CDC Webinar: New Updates to the NHSN LTCF COVID-19 Module Surveillance Pathways
There will be a number of revisions to the LTCF COVID-19 Module Surveillance Pathways (Resident Impact and Facility Capacity, Staff and Personnel Impact, and Therapeutics) with the upcoming NHSN release planned for June 2023.
Please plan to attend a training session to learn about how data entry forms will change and receive instructions for accurate reporting. Additional time will be reserved for questions and answers at the end of each training session.
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Provider Protections, Funding Needed In Case Of Federal Minimum Staffing Rule, AHCA/NCAL Board Chair Says
McKnight’s Long-Term Care News (5/24, Towhey) reports, "Skilled nursing providers could support a federal minimum staffing rule that is funded and protects them from penalties if they make ‘best faith efforts’ to hire, according to" American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living board chairman Phil Fogg. Fogg "said providers must be confident that they won’t be punished for not meeting what could be an impossible standard, given the current workforce challenges." He added, "You just can’t send a rule out and expect people to comply when there’s absolutely no chance of it because of the workforce shortages."
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Nurse Leadership Conference
Early Bird Rate ends May 30th!
6/13/2023 11:00AM - 6/14/2023 4:00PM
This special Nurse Leadership Conference is an opportunity for nurses working in the Long-Term Care setting to strengthen their leadership skills. Building strong leaders through education is essential to promoting a better quality of life for our residents. Meet new vendor partners and spend time networking and getting to know others that are doing the same valuable work that you’re doing.
Education Topics Include:
- A Nurse Leaders role in Creating Culture for Staff and Residents
- Leading the Charge
- Resident and Family Grievances
- Nurse Advisory Committee Meeting
- Rebuilding After Burnout
- The Regulatory Crosswalk
- Advance Directives
- Fraud, Waste, Abuse and Identity Theft
- Regulatory Hot Topics
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KCAL District 1 Round Table
Thursday, June 15, 2023
1:30PM - 3:00PM
Mission Chateau Assisted Living
4100 W 85th Street
Prairie Village, KS 66206
(Enter on the North Side)
Located on the west side of Mission Road, a block south of Corinth Square.
Assisted Living Round Table with Kansas Center for Assisted Living Board Members and KHCA/KCAL President/CEO Linda MowBray
Includes all Assisted Living, Home Plus, and Residential Health Care Communities in Douglas, Johnson, Leavenworth and Wyandotte Counties.
If you plan to attend this meeting, please RSVP to Teresa Keating by emailing tkeating@khca.org. Please indicate your name, what community you are with, and a phone number where you can be reached. You will then be sent a calendar invite.
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KDADS Update to PHE Ending
Click here to see updated slides that were referenced in the webinar. The KDADS team has provided additional clarification.
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Two major conversations affecting reimbursement occurred last week
First, how the 61.5 million-dollar Medicaid add-on would be distributed and second, a preview of the FY24 rates, impact and payment limits.
Click here to view Linda MowBray, President/CEO's update from Friday, May 19, 2023.
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Clinical Update from KHCA Consultant Linda Farrar
This week, let’s discuss F690 Bowel/Bladder Incontinence. F690 has jumped into the top 10 survey deficiencies cited in standard surveys. Bowel and bladder management is a vital aspect of care for nursing home facilities. Failure of appropriate management not only affects residents, but it is costly to the facility. It is particularly important for residents with physical disabilities or medical conditions that affect a resident’s urinary and/or GI systems. Providing effective and compassionate care in this area is crucial for maintaining the dignity, comfort, and overall well-being of residents. It is also vital to an effective fall prevention program. READ MORE
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Nurse Advisory Committee and Facility Standards Call Follow-Up
Friday, May 19th we tested a combined NAC and Facility Standards calls. We value and appreciate your feedback. Please click here to take the one minute survey.
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Federal Assistance Needed To Address Backlogged Nursing Home Inspections System, Experts And Lawmakers Say
Skilled Nursing News (5/18, Siddiqi) reports, "The nursing home inspections system is underfunded and understaffed and needs federal assistance for alleviating inspection backlogs, or residents will remain in peril, experts and legislators said" during a Thursday hearing before the US Senate Special Committee on Aging. AHCA/NCAL Quality, Regulatory, and Clinical Services Senior Vice President Holly Harmon said, "We appreciate the Senate Committee on Aging’s focus on this important issue and share concerns surrounding the backlog of nursing home surveys." Harmon added, "As the committee’s report signals, addressing this labor crisis requires significant investments, not mandates. We need a concerted, supportive effort to help recruit more individuals to serve our nation’s seniors."
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New Education on Demand for Social Services
Quality of Life Tags for Social Services: This 90 minute webinar reviews Quality of Life Regulations. Time will be spent specifically focused on the CMS regulations focused on Quality of Life. F675, F676, F677, F678, F679, and F680. The webinar is presented by Linda Farrar, RN, LNHA. KHCA/KCAL members email khca@khca.org to get $20 discount off this course. LEARN MORE
Care Planning for Social Services: This 75 minute webinar reviews Care Planning for Social Service identified needs. Time will be spent on the responsibility of the SSD in developing and implementing the focus list and goals that are resident stated and interventions to help the resident live to their highest well being. We'll show you how important the input from the SSD is to each individualized care plan. The webinar is presented by Linda Farrar, RN, LNHA. KHCA/KCAL members email khca@khca.org to get $20 discount off this course. LEARN MORE
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Spring Sale! Required In-Service Bundles
Assisted Living In-Service Bundle was $157.50 now $65! Click here for more details.
SNF In-Service Bundle was $165 now $99! Click here for more details.
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Two On Demand Webinars focusing on Social Services
Questions about education can be directed to Polly Berkley VP of Operations and Education.
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Assisted Living Lunch and Learn: A Deeper Look at FCS/NSA and HSP
6/9/2023 10:00AM - 2:00PM
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MDS - RAI Changes Workshop
6/12/2023 9:00AM - 4:00PM
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Nurse Leadership Conference
6/13/2023 11:00AM - 6/14/2023 4:00PM
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Webinar: Deep Dive Into Federal Regulations in a Year: §483.25 Quality of Care Requirements
6/13/2023 1:30PM - 3:00PM
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Webinar: Mission Possible: SNF Department Head Briefing - Helps and Hints for Housekeeping
6/27/2023 1:30PM - 2:30PM
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Adult Care Home Operators Course
7/12/2023 9:00AM - 7/24/2023 10:00AM
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Administrator in Training (AIT) Program
We are excited to announce our new AIT Program! Click here for more details.
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Kansas Health Care Association and the Kansas Center for Assisted Living
1100 SW Gage Blvd. | PO Box 4770 | Topeka, KS 66604
PH: 785-267-6003 FAX: 785-267-0833
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