Top 5 Therapy Clinical Outcome Focus Areas – Part 4 of 5: Section GG Outcomes
HTS has identified the top 5 therapy clinical outcome focus areas for 2021 based on our experiences from 2020 which makes us better equipped to overcome COVID-19 related obstacles. Furthermore, after attending a 15-hour training and certification process, HTS management staff have all become “PDPM Masters.” These additional “feathers in our cap” allow us to uniquely […]
A Good Night’s Sleep
A common challenge that many seniors face is getting a good night’s sleep. As you age, you may notice that you nap more during the day, feel tired earlier at night, have trouble falling asleep, or wake up in the middle of the night and have a hard time getting back to sleep quickly. These […]
Top 5 Clinical Outcome Areas for 2021: Part 1
Looking back from 2020, the start of this New Year has been more reflective than most. As an organization, fully “seeing 20/20” in 2021 has been made possible by the clarity gained through the experiences and challenges we all faced last year. In 2020, we relied more on our clinical knowledge than ever before to […]
Top 5 Therapy Clinical Outcome Focus Areas Part 3 of 5: Medicaid CMI
HTS has identified the top 5 therapy clinical outcome focus areas for 2021 based on our experiences from 2020 which makes us better equipped to overcome COVID-19 related obstacles. Furthermore, after attending a 15-hour training and certification process, HTS management staff have all become “PDPM Masters.” These additional “feathers in our cap” allow us to uniquely […]
Top 5 Therapy Clinical Outcome Focus Areas Part 2 of 5: PDPM Case Mix
HTS has identified the top 5 therapy clinical outcome focus areas for 2021 based on our experiences from 2020 which makes us better equipped to overcome COVID-19 related obstacles. Furthermore, after attending a 15-hour training and certification process, HTS management staff have all become “PDPM Masters.” These additional “feathers in our cap” allow us to […]
National Skilled Nursing Care Week
In recognition of this week, we would like to take this opportunity to commend our partners and healthcare heroes for your unwavering commitment to improving the lives of those you serve. To celebrate this week, HTS has created a fun activity for residents and staff. HTS will present cash prizes of $200, $100 and $75 […]
Isolation & Reduced Activity Health Risks for Seniors
Throughout the health crisis, older adults have followed national health expert’s advice to stay home and socially distance. While social distancing has certainly been necessary, limited social interactions and lack of physical activity have created new health challenges for older adults. Staying indoors and isolated from family and friends, may leave you feeling lonely, depressed, […]
2021 Audit Forecast: Cloudy with a Chance of Storms
Blog by: Stacy Baker, OTR/L, RAC-CT, CHC, Proactive Medical Review Following a year of little to no medical review and extensive government spending, most experts forecast reimbursement compliance audits ramping up in 2021. Multiple areas are ripe for potential scrutiny, including, but not limited to PDPM coding and supportive documentation, the proper use of SNF […]
Exciting Changes in Executive Leadership at HTS
Healthcare Therapy Services, Inc. has announced exciting changes in our executive leadership roles. Please see the message below from Barry Chatham. The Chatham family is very pleased to announce that Cassie Murray, OTR, MBA, QCP has been promoted to be the President of HTS. Cassie has served HTS for 27 years in various roles from […]
Now introducing… STEADY: A Comprehensive Therapy Approach to Fall Prevention.
Experts in rehabilitation, HTS is committed to introducing new clinical programs and best practices that improve patient care delivery and outcomes. With falls being the leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries for people 65 years of age and older, HTS has revitalized our Falls Prevention Program with evidence-based assessments, interventions, and resources. This […]