Mandatory staffing data submission through the Payroll-Based Journal began July 1, 2016. Providers are reminded that they have until the 45th day after the end of each quarter to submit…

The attached report includes national, CMS regional, as well as state-based data related to antipsychotic medication use. The excel spreadsheet, containing the nursing home breakdown, is expected to be released…

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released [CMS-1675-P] Medicare Program; FY 2018 Hospice Wage Index and Payment Rate Update and Hospice Quality Reporting Requirements proposed rule to update…