Stay Active & Heart Healthy
Your heart is the hardest-working muscle in your body, beating around 100,000 times daily to pump oxygen and nutrients to every cell. Like any muscle, it needs exercise to stay strong and efficient. For older adults, staying active is key to maintaining a healthy heart. Regular movement improves blood flow, strengthens the heart, and reduces […]
Telehealth Flexibilities Extended: Victory for Advocacy & Patient Care
We are excited to share some great news: telehealth flexibilities originally set to expire on December 31, 2024 have officially been extended until March 31, 2025! This means we can continue providing critical care to our patients remotely, ensuring they receive the services they need without unnecessary interruptions. This milestone is a testament to the power of […]
Predict Your Expected Discharge Function Score
Are you ready to streamline patient care and elevate your CMS quality ratings? At HTS, we’ve developed an exclusive, one-of-a-kind calculator designed specifically for expert MDS Coordinators. This tool calculates the complex formula CMS uses to determine the Expected Discharge Function Score. With this insight, your team can align patient care strategies, ensure compliance, and […]
Pain-Free Living this Winter
Winter can be especially tough for older adults. As we age, our joints and muscles lose flexibility, making it harder to cope with the cold. Arthritis symptoms can worsen, and shorter days often lead to less physical activity. When you’re stiff and in pain, resting may seem like the best option, but inactivity can actually […]
Revolutionizing Fall Prevention with AI-Powered Motion Analysis
OneStep, the AI-powered digital care platform, today announces an exciting partnership with Healthcare Therapy Services, Inc. (HTS), a leading provider of contract therapy services. This collaboration brings OneStep’s innovative technology into HTS partner skilled nursing, CCRC and outpatient sites, empowering therapists with advanced tools to proactively prevent falls and improve care outcomes for older adults. […]
Strong Bones, Stronger You: Tips for Bone Health
As we age, our bones can sometimes feel less strong than they used to, and that’s completely normal! Bones are living tissue, constantly building up and breaking down. However, as we get older, this process slows down, and our bones lose some of their strength. This makes them more susceptible to fractures, especially if osteoporosis […]
Posture Check-Up
Good posture is more than just how we sit or stand; it plays a big role in how we feel. Maintaining a straight position helps our bodies function better. But what exactly happens when we neglect our posture, and how can we prevent these issues as we age? Adults often experience stiffness in their muscles […]
Move It or Lose It
It can be tempting to slow down and take things easy as we age. However, staying active is one of the most important things you can do for your health and longevity. Regular physical activity is linked to numerous health benefits and a higher quality of life. Simple Ways to Stay Active at Home Even […]
The Behavioral Science Behind Patient Experiences
When we talk about providing excellent care, it’s important to understand the deeper layers of what that truly means. Abraham Maslow developed a theory that represents the progression of human needs starting with basic physiological requirements all the way up to self-actualization. Essentially, it’s telling us that before individuals can focus on pursuing personal growth […]
Common Therapy & Billing Code Issues
Navigating UB04 coding can be tricky, especially with complexities like “Excludes 1” and “Excludes 2.” It’s up to billing departments and the triple check process to understand these nuances to avoid costly errors and ensure compliance with CMS and NCHS guidelines. Excluded Notes There are two types of excluded notes. Each type has a different […]