Aubrey B. Preston was named chairman and CEO of Life Care Centers of America on Wednesday. This follows Preston’s appointment as the legal conservator of his father, previous CEO and founder Forrest Preston, after a court decision in March. “We’re excited to welcome Aubrey Preston to our leadership team as Chairman and CEO,” the company […]
A persistent grievance of nursing homes around immediate jeopardy (IJ) citations is that due to survey delays, the most severe citations remain on their records long after they have been resolved. A state bill passed on Tuesday aims to give nursing homes a second chance by allowing them to contest the violation before a citation […]
After a federal judge in Texas vacated the nursing home staffing rule on Monday, operators are rejoicing, though some legal experts in the sector suggest the fight may not be over just yet. “This is a really strong decision on both prongs of the staffing mandate. It hits all of the relevant points as to […]
For nursing home providers, lean times demand extracting financial gains by not only using new service lines but also value-based care options more effectively, while thinking outside the box to apply multiple uses for technology currently being deployed. Nicole Kaufman, chief transformation officer at Genesis HealthCare, stressed the importance of clinical integration and deploying third-party […]
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a final rule Friday to modernize and improve several Medicare programs, including Medicare Advantage (MA), but it does not include new restrictions on MA plans’ use of artificial intelligence. The rule for contract year 2026, effective June 3, introduces changes to prescription drug coverage, the Medicare […]
A federal judge temporarily blocked the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) from cutting more than $11 billion in Covid-era funding, citing disruption of critical services, after 23 states and the District of Columbia filed a lawsuit this week against the Trump administration. Beginning on March 24, HHS abruptly terminated – with no advance […]
Larger nursing home chains have been selective in making acquisitions amid an abundance of facilities for sale. However, now seems to be a good time for growth, as several industry players announced on Wednesday the acquisition of nursing homes and other long-term care assets. Ensign and CareTrust partnered in a transaction involving a California-based campus […]
To sustain staffing gains, many nursing home operators are investing in specialized training, attractive wages, and career growth in order to compete better with others across the health care continuum, with many focusing on modernizing onboarding processes. Retaining certified nursing assistants (CNAs) has been problematic in many facilities, while the highly skilled role of MDS […]
PACS Group (NYSE: PACS) finally signaled progress in an ongoing federal investigation and internal audit of its billing practices, and also announced plans to extend the deadline for key financial reporting requirements. In a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Tuesday, PACS said there’s “substantial progress” in the investigation, and its personnel are […]
The future of skilled nursing hinges on strong leadership. While much attention is given to frontline staffing in skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), executive leadership across the whole sector is just as critical in navigating financial, regulatory and operational challenges and building a strong industry for the future. So, we’re excited to launch our inaugural Skilled […]
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) restructuring plans announced Thursday could impact several departments serving the nursing home sector, leaving operators on edge. The department plans to cut around 10,000 full-time employees, including 300 at the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), in the latest round of cuts. Combined with HHS’ previous […]
Capital Funding Group (CFG) announced over $41 million in financing for three transactions involving four skilled nursing facilities as well as other senior housing properties. Meanwhile, Illinois-based WLC Management Firm, which operates 19 nursing and rehabilitation care centers, purchased a 71-bed facility in Virginia, Ill. CFG Provides $41M in Financing Capital Funding Group (CFG) announced […]
An alarming number of residents in nursing homes for veterans are susceptible to acquiring a superbug after admission, with over one-third already carrying these drug-resistant pathogens into the facilities and spreading them through routine activities, according to a new study. The findings have important implications for nursing homes in general. The study conducted by the […]
Superior Living Foundation completed a $250.2 million acquisition of 14 skilled nursing facilities in eastern Texas. Meanwhile, a vacant assisted living and skilled nursing facility was sold in Waco, Texas. Superior Living Acquires 14 SNFs in Texas for $250.2M Superior Living Foundation, a Maryland-based nonprofit, completed a $250.2 million acquisition of 14 skilled nursing facilities […]
The nation’s largest labor representative of nursing home caregivers filed a brief opposing the lawsuit against the federal staffing mandate for nursing homes, arguing that the new requirements will help address the national shortage of staff at facilities. The Service Employees International Union (SEIU) represents over 150,000 nursing home workers in 23 states. Last year, […]
It’s been over a year since nursing homes began implementing – and enduring pain points – in the transition from Section G to GG in the Minimum Data Set (MDS), but efforts to address the initial troubles seem to be paying off. The challenges of incorporating the changes to MDS came with higher administrative burdens […]
The economic and operational climate continues to favor big players and industry consolidation this year. As a result, top providers to watch in 2025 are those chains planning to tap into scale for efficiencies, as well as those leveraging technology and value-based care to thrive. It’s worth noting that operational pressures, including a shortage of […]
Dr. Mehmet Oz vowed to reduce the bureaucratic footprint of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) if confirmed to lead the federal agency. He also acknowledged problems with Medicare Advantage plans and criticized the preauthorization process and overbilling by insurers. During his appearance before the Senate Committee on Finance Friday, Oz seemed to […]
SNF-at-home programs are gaining traction as a viable solution to address the shortage of nursing home and rehabilitation facility beds, with the goal of reducing bottlenecks at hospitals. Indications of success of SNF-at-home programs – although mostly anecdotal at this moment – are evident from two simultaneous studies at UMass Chan Medical School and Mass […]
Kent Rodgers is retiring as President and CEO of CarDon & Associates, a role he has held since 2021, effective April 6. CarDon’s new CEO will be announced in early April, a company spokesperson told Skilled Nursing News. “I’m grateful to leave CarDon on a high note,” Rodgers said in a press release. “It’s been […]
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