This tool is designed to help facilities ensure the safe, appropriate, and compliant use of psychotropic medications. It guides staff through a structured review of each resident’s medication, including diagnosis support, informed consent, behavior documentation, non-pharmalogical interventions, gradual dose reductions, and care plan alignment. By using this audit regularly, facilities …
The deadline to submit healthcare personnel (HCP) influenza vaccination data in the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention’s (CDC) National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) system is May 18, 2026. This reporting is required for the SNF Quality Reporting Program (QRP) and covers the period October 1, 2025, through March 31, …
Celebrating the AAPACN Education Foundation 2026 Scholarship Recipients For many, post-acute care isn’t just a career—it’s a calling. Driven by a deep commitment to enhancing the lives of long-term care residents, these dedicated professionals often aspire to further their education to better serve their communities. The AAPACN Education Foundation turns …
Members: $25 | Non-members: $50Continuing Education: 1 CE hourRecording Date: May 7, 2026Duration: 60 minutesSpeakers: Jessie McGill, RN, BSN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA Quality measures, Five-Star ratings, the Skilled Nursing Facility Quality Reporting Program (SNF QRP), SNF Value-Based Purchasing Program (SNF VBP), and data validation are interconnected—not siloed. Collectively, they create an ecosystem where success or failure is shared …
In this LTC NAC Chat podcast episode, Amy Stewart, chief nursing officer for AAPACN, Jessie McGill, senior curriculum development specialist, and Jennifer LaBay, curriculum development specialist for AAPACN, discuss celebrating yourself on NAC Day, raising awareness of the NAC role, and supporting wellness and self-care. Additional Resources: Free Member Tools: …
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The deadline to submit healthcare personnel (HCP) influenza vaccination data in the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention’s (CDC) National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) system is May 18, 2026. This reporting is required for the Skilled Nursing Facility Quality Reporting Program (SNF QRP) and covers the period Oct.1, 2025, through …
Question: If a resident was discharged return anticipated and comes back on day 30, would this be considered a readmission or a new admission? Answer from Carol Maher, RN, GERO-BC, RAC-MTA, RAC-MT, CPC: If the resident comes back on day 30, she would be a readmission not a new admission. …
Question: When resuming Medicare Part A within the 30-day transfer rule, which GG observation period should be used on a Significant Change in Status (SCSA) combined with a 5-Day? Answer from Jennifer LaBay, RN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, QCP, CRC: The GG observation period is the first three days of the Medicare …
Question: Does “at risk for malnutrition” qualify for coding if it is only documented by a dietitian and not by a physician? Answer from Jeff Taylor: The steps for assessment and coding instructions for I5600 require provider documentation during the 60-day observation period. You need a provider (physician, nurse practitioner …
Members: $25 | Non-members: $50Continuing Education: 1 CE hourRecording Date: April 30, 2026Duration: 60 minutesSpeakers: Jennifer LaBay, RN, RAC-MT, RAC-MTA, QCP, CRC Accurate ICD-10-CM coding in long-term care (LTC) is essential for care planning, quality reporting, and reimbursement. However, outdated habits, documentation gaps, and misunderstood guidelines can clutter the coding process and lead to ongoing challenges. This …
