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Clinical Update from KHCA Consultant Linda Farrar
Just as a reminder from last week, there are a couple of important issues that need immediate attention.
The CDC and FDA have issued a food safety alert regarding a Salmonella outbreak linked to fresh diced! onions. The outbreak has resulted in 73 illnesses across 22 states and has been linked to Gills Onions brand fresh diced onion products. These products have been distributed to long term care facilities.
Second, the approval of the new COVID-19 vaccines for 2023-2024 triggered a change in the NHSN surveillance definition of "up-to-date" with the COVID-19 vaccine. As of September 25, 2023, individuals are considered "up-to-date" with their COVID-19 vaccines if they meet one of the following criteria: READ MORE
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Long COVID symptoms more likely following severe COVID-19 infection, study finds
The more severe COVID-19 is, the more likely a person is to develop long COVID, according to a new study. A team from Karolinska Institutet published a study in The Lancet Regional Health—Europe on Friday detailing their findings. READ MORE
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Lawmakers Urge HHS To Reconsider Proposed Federal Staffing Mandate
HealthcareFinanceNews (10/27, Morse, 93K) reported, "Ninety-one bipartisan members of Congress have joined in objecting to a Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services proposed rule for minimum staffing levels at nursing homes." The group of lawmakers "sent a letter to the Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra saying the requirements would inevitably result in limited access to care for seniors, increases in the Medicaid budget and widespread nursing home closures." The proposed "regulation would result in a reduction of long-term care options, especially in rural communities, they said." Groups including the American Health Care Association "are supportive of the letter, according to" the office of Rep. Greg Pence (R-IN).
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KCAL District 1 Round Table
Thursday, November 9, 2023
3:00PM - 4:30PM
Mission Chateau Assisted Living
4100 W 85th Street
Prairie Village, KS 66206
Assisted Living Round Table with Kansas Center for Assisted Living Board Members
- Suzie Sexton - KCAL Board President
- Miles Nease - District 1 Vice President
- Brett Pu - KCAL Secretary/Treasurer and NCAL State Leader
- Jeremy Whitt - Member at Large
Includes all Assisted Living, Home Plus, and Residential Health Care Communities in Douglas, Johnson, Leavenworth and Wyandotte Counties
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KCAL District 4 Round Table
Friday, November 17, 2023
1:30PM - 3:30PM
Brookdale Salina Fairdale
2251 E. Crawford Street, Salina, KS 67401
Assisted Living Round Table with Kansas Center for Assisted Living Board Members
- Joye Gfeller - District 4 VP
- Brett Pu - KCAL Secretary/Treasurer and NCAL State Leader
Includes all Assisted Living, Home Plus, and Residential Health Care Communities in District 4. (See image for counties included in this district.)
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IQIES and CASPER Reports - Key Insights For Clinical Reimbursement and QMs
Earlier this year CMS transitioned from QIES to IQIES for MDS submission and CASPER reporting access. This transition left some MDS coordinators confused about how to access reports that were previously made available through QIES. In this week’s blog, we review the available reports and their purpose along with access guidance and a recommended run schedule. READ MORE
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3 Weeks Left to Submit a 2024 National Quality Award Intent to Apply
The clock is ticking, and time is running out for long term care providers to make their mark on the 2024 AHCA/NCAL National Quality Award program. This prestigious program recognizes and celebrates the tireless efforts of long term care providers who commit to a journey of delivering high-quality care, fostering innovation, and enhancing the lives of their residents.
Now is the time to act – the deadline to submit an Intent to Apply is fast approaching on November 16 at 7 pm CT.
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New COVID-19 Up-To-Date Vaccine Definition
AHCA shared a blog post reminding members that the approval of the new COVID-19 vaccines for 2023-2024 triggered a change in the NHSN surveillance definition of "up-to-date" with the COVID-19 vaccine. As of September 25, 2023, individuals are considered "up-to-date" with their COVID-19 vaccines if they meet one of the following criteria:
Received a 2023-2024 updated COVID-19 vaccine
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Received a bivalent* COVID-19 vaccine within the last two months.
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SNFs: Get paid in all the ways you’re supposed to get paid!
Crucial Training for Newer Skilled Nursing BOMs, Billers, and Accountants
Save $100 NOW - Nov. 30th
Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) Academy delivers concrete strategies for skilled nursing facilities to secure earned dollars, minimize unnecessary losses, and stay paid. Building a deeper understanding of the myriad SNF payor differences is essential for effective RCM and revenue flow.
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Free Webinar: Medicaid Reimbursement Transition to PDPM, Effective July 1, 2024
11/6/2023 2:00PM - 3:30PM
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DON Boot Camp
11/6 - 11/9/23 8:00AM - 4:30PM
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Webinar: Deep Dive Into Federal Regulations in a Year: §483.60 Food and Nutrition Services
11/14/23 - 1:30PM-3:00PM
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Fall 2023 Joint Provider Surveyor Training |
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11/15 - 11/16/2023 9:00AM - 3:50PM
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Webinar: Mission Possible: SNF Department Head Briefing - Departmental Collaboration and Teamwork
11/28/23 - 1:30PM-2:30PM
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Virtual Adult Care Home Operators Course
11/29 - 12/12/23
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Virtual ICD-10 Coding Workshop
12/4/2023 8:30AM - 4:00PM
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Administrator in Training (AIT) Program
Looking for an AIT Program? Click here for more details on KHCA's Program.
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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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