Stay Safe in the Summer Heat
Ahhh, summer… the season of cookouts, blooming flowers, and sunny strolls! It’s the perfect time to enjoy the outdoors, but as we get older, our bodies don’t cool down as easily. You may not feel thirsty even when dehydrated, and some medications can increase heat sensitivity. That’s why older adults are more at risk for […]
Submit Your Ideas for SNF Deregulation
Call to Action Submit Your Ideas for SNF Deregulation The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) is asking for ideas from us to combat outdated and burdensome regulation that make it difficult to care for our patients. This is a great opportunity to ensure that the regulatory landscape better supports patient care and provider operations. […]
Is This Normal? Aging and Communication
Have you ever paused mid-sentence trying to find the right word, only to have it pop into your head hours later? Or walked into a room and forgotten why? You’re not alone. As we age, some changes in thinking and communication are completely normal and usually no big deal. Just like our eyesight may blur […]
We Read the Fine Print – So You Don’t Have To!
Key Takeaways from the 2025 Appendix PP Updates Written by: Sheena Mattingly, M.S., CCC-SLP, RAC-CT, EVP of Quality & Compliance Note: The effective date of Appendix PP Updates has been delayed to April 28, 2025. Every year, CMS updates Appendix PP of the State Operations Manual, bringing changes that impact survey guidelines, regulatory compliance, […]
Feel the Spring in Your Step
Spring is in the air! The sun is shining, flowers are blooming, and it’s the perfect time to enjoy a walk outside. Walking is a great way to stay active and keep your body feeling its best. But before you head outside, here are a few tips to help you walk safely and confidently. […]
Stronger Census: Hospital Insights That Matter
Have You Taken Advantage of Our Market Insight Reports? Add Data to your strategy, check out the competition, and gain deeper insight into your referral sources. Success in post-acute care goes beyond providing excellent service—it’s about staying ahead in a competitive landscape. HTS Market Insights equip you with key competitive data needed to enhance your […]
Small Changes in Walking Signal Big Fall Risks
At first, no one noticed the change. John, an active 78-year-old, was still walking independently. He still did his daily laps around the community. But over a few months, something shifted. His stride shortened, just slightly. His walking speed slowed, barely noticeable. His balance wavered, nothing alarming. No one thought much of it, until the […]
Get a Grip! Maintaining Strength as You Age
As we age, our hands don’t always work as easily as they used to. Tasks that used to be simple, like opening jars, buttoning shirts, or holding a cup, can become more difficult. You may even notice that your hands tire more easily or that you drop things more often. This is a natural part […]
Take Action! Reverse Medicare Part B Cuts & Preserve Telehealth Access
If Congress does not take action by March 14th on telehealth and cuts in the Physician Fee Schedule: Telehealth Therapy Services under Medicare Part B WILL END on March 31st. The full -2.83% reduction in the Physician Fee Schedule’s conversion factor will continue in 2025 and impact providers nationwide. Help Reverse Medicare Part B […]
Navigating the CMS 5-Claim Probe and Educate Initiative
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) launched the 5-Claim Probe and Educate initiative in 2023 and it is ongoing in 2025. This CMS Program Integrity Initiative is a targeted effort to lower the SNF improper payment rate. This program directly impacts Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs) by reviewing randomly selected claims and providing valuable feedback to strengthen billing […]