MACS, RACS, ZPICS…and now TPEs….Oh my!

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Over the past few years, we have all, unfortunately, gotten used to many different audits. The latest one, CMS has engaged different MACs in doing the process of the TPE – Targeted Probe and Education. The premise of these audits is related to “The process is only used with those who have high denial rates… Continue reading MACS, RACS, ZPICS…and now TPEs….Oh my!

4 reasons why you should have a robust Restorative Nursing Program in your facility

Restorative Nursing Programs are essential for provision of care for residents in long term care.  Imagine yourself as a resident in a nursing home (for some that though alone causes anxiety) – would you want to maintain your physical ability to continue to be as independent as possible?  Would you want to have trained staff… Continue reading 4 reasons why you should have a robust Restorative Nursing Program in your facility