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MDS 3.0 and RUGs-IV – 3 Weeks to Go
By Doug Beardsley
This article will look at the most recent updates provided by CMS regarding MDS 3.0, and provide links to necessary resources and training, in case the deadline has snuck up on staff or a facility. On August 27, 2010 read more...
Work Continues to Address Child Labor Regulatory Interpretation on Use of Lifts
By Patti Cullen, CAE
It is evident from the survey response that many of you are impacted by the rule change restricting the use of mechanical lifts by 16- and 17-year-old employees. We have developed an issue paper on the topic read more...
From the Desk of Gail Sheridan
By Gail Sheridan, Board Chair
Before we dive right in to what lies ahead, here’s a recap of how we spent our summer. June 1st marked the first day of the summer Region Meetings. Doug Beardsley, VP of Member Services, traveled around the read more...
New Nursing Facility and Senior Housing Pay and Benefits Reports Available for Purchase
By Todd Bergstrom
The 2010 Minnesota Nursing Facility Compensation and Senior Housing Compensation Reports have now been produced. Those who responded to the survey will receive a copy in the mail, and non-respondents read more...
Legislative/On the Hill
CEO Blog: Observations on the Upcoming Really Big Deal Election
By Patti Cullen, CAE
Minnesotans understand how very important this next election is for the state. Not only do we have all of the legislative seats up for re-election, but there are key congressional seats with strong contests, and then there is read more...
Congresswoman Betty McCollum Visits Member Facilities in South St. Paul
By Larry Johnson
On Sept. 3, Fourth District Congresswoman Betty McCollum visited Cerenity Care Center – Bethesda of South St. Paul and Cerenity Residence of South St. Paul for a tour and a briefing on concerns among long-term care read more...
2010 Voters' Guide Available Online
By Larry Johnson
On November 2nd, we all have an opportunity to vote for those Minnesotans we want to represent us in local, state and national government. To help you, your staff, residents and families learn more about candidates read more...
Safe Drug Disposal
By Toby Pearson
Toby Pearson, the Care Providers of Minnesota Vice President of Advocacy, participated in another press conference with Senator Amy Klobuchar on the Secure and Responsible Drug Disposal Act. This time, the read more...
Poll Results from State Fair Posted Online
By Larry Johnson
Of the 9,926 people participating in the 2010 House of Representatives Poll, 50.1% believe some combination of spending reductions and revenue increases is the best way to resolve the projected shortfall read more...
Accountable Care Organizations
By Toby Pearson
On Wednesday, Sept 8, 2010, the House and Senate held a joint hearing on Accountable Care Organizations in the state of Minnesota. CMS will create a voluntary program for Accountable Care Organizations by read more...
State News
FluSafe – A Program to Recognize Staff Flu Immunizations
By Doug Beardsley
The Minnesota Department of Health has announced the Flu Safe program to recognize Minnesota’s hospitals and nursing facilities for attaining high influenza vaccination rates among employees read more...
Initial Data on Return to Community Initiative Outlined
By Todd Bergstrom
According to a recent communication from DHS, the following data points provide an overview of the initiative’s implementation to date: over 1/3 of consumers have been assisted by Senior LinkAge Line® read more...
DHS Organizes November 5 Boomers Mean Business Forum
By Phil Manz
Transform 2010 and its partners will be sponsoring this one-day Boomers Mean Business Forum to review progress for the age wave and look into the future. The Forum will be held on Friday, November 5 read more...
New Questions to Be Added to Assisted Living Family Satisfaction Survey
By Todd Bergstrom
The Long-Term Care Imperative recently completed work with My InnerView to add 6 questions to the Assisted Living Family Satisfaction Survey conducted in Minnesota. The questions will focus on the client’s read more...
October 7 DHS Video Conference on Adopting and Implementing Complete Streets Policies at the Local Level
By Phil Manz
Participants will learn about the Complete Streets concept and its benefits in three cities (Duluth, Red Wing, and Rochester); information on adopting and implementing Complete Streets policies from read more...
National News
GAO Publishes Observations on Older Americans Act Services
By Patti Cullen, CAE
GAO issued a report on September 7: “Older Americans Act: Preliminary Observations on Services Requested by Seniors and Challenges in Providing Assistance” by Kay Brown in Milwaukee, Wisconsin read more...
Health Care Reform
CMS Issues Guidance on National Correct Coding Initiative
By Patti Cullen, CAE
CMS has determined that five NCCI methodologies currently in place in Medicare are compatible methodologies for claims filed in Medicaid. Specifically, these five NCCI methodologies are read more...
Employees Should Start Planning Now for FSA Changes
By Patti Cullen, CAE
The new law excludes over-the-counter drugs and medicines (except insulin) from eligibility for pre-tax reimbursement unless there is a prescription from a physician. The law does not exclude read more...
AHCA/NCAL News
Only Four Weeks Remain Until the 2010 AHCA/NCAL 61st Annual Convention & Expo
By Doug Beardsley
Register Today for the AHCA/NCAL 61st Annual Convention & Expo and Save $100! Don’t miss four days of information-packed education sessions, stimulating speakers, interactive exhibits and much more read more...
Housing, Home and Community-Based Services
Members Meet with DHS Staff to Discuss Initiatives Impacting CADI and TBI Clients
By Phil Manz
On September 2, Association members and staff met with representatives from DHS to discuss the various initiatives that are impacting clients on CADI TBI Waivers. The topics of discussion were read more...
Association Activities
Leading4Life 2011 Applications Available Online
By Jason Espersen
Application materials were mailed out a couple of weeks ago for the 2011 Leadership Fellowship: Leading4Life. The application materials and additional information about the program is found read more...
Workplace Safety On-Site Consultation Experience
By Jason Espersen
There is still room for a few more providers to join in the next scheduled consultation experience, so we hope a few more of you take advantage of this great (nearly free) opportunity. Limited space read more...
Grant Information
Health Force Minnesota Announces RFP for Multiple Grant Opportunities
By Larry Johnson
Health Force Minnesota recently issued a Request for Proposals for six grant opportunities worth up to $50,000 apiece. These grant awards focus on making an impact by delivering a sustainable project that read more...
Legal Trends
Reminder: Providers Must Check Exclusion Status of Employees and Vendors
By Toby Pearson
This is a reminder that providers may face monetary penalties if they employ or conduct business with individuals or entities that are excluded from participation in federal health care programs read more...
FYI Corner
Former Board Member Dies after Lengthy Battle with Cancer
By Patti Cullen, CAE
Susan Olson, former member of the Care Providers of Minnesota Board of Directors, died on September 5 after a long battle with cancer. A celebration of Susan's life will be held on Saturday, September 11 read more...
Fall Public Television Shows Feature Association President/CEO
By Rachel David
Association President/CEO Patti Cullen was honored to be asked to participate in the filming of the upcoming season’s episodes of Getting There, a Twin Cities Public Television (TPT) show read more...
Hold the Date for Medicare Forum
By Patti Cullen, CAE
Vital Aging Network and Mature Voices Minnesota are co-sponsoring a forum on Tuesday, November 9 on: “Your Medicare after Health Care Reform: Making the Best Possible Decisions." read more...
Education & Events Calendar
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Sept. 12 - 18 |
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Sept. 22 - 23 |
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Sept. 30 |
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Oct. 7 |
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Oct. 13 - 14 |
Managing Your Nursing Practice in Assisted Living and Senior Housing, Part II |
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Nov. 15 - 17 |
Care Providers of Minnesota 2010 Convention & Expo |
National Assisted Living Week
MDS 3.0 Region Webinar
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