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Regulatory Update

From Regulation to Reality: The FY 2027 Proposed Rule Through an MDS Coordinator’s Lens

Regulatory Update

April 3 Revision to QSO-26-03-NH Brings Important Clarifications

Regulatory Update

Federal Staffing Rule Update What For-Profit Nursing Homes Need to Know

FTag of the Month: Personal Food Policy

Facilities need to focus on the safety of outside food brought into the facility by visitors.

FTag of the Month: Training Requirements

Ongoing training is key to ensure competent staff, volunteers, and students who can provide the best care to residents.

November 14, 2022

How Peachtree Hills Place achieved a deficiency-free survey with help from a Polaris MDS Coordinator

Learn how Peachtree Hills Place achieved a deficiency-free state survey using an expert outsourced MDS Coordinator.

September 28, 2022

13 Questions to Prepare for on State Surveys

Prepare for upcoming October changes to the nursing home surveyor process by reviewing these 13 key questions.

How Covenant Living Improved Its Reimbursement Rate and Overcame Staffing Gaps through Polaris Group’s Offsite MDS Coordinator Program

A case study on how Covenant Living Communities and Services benefited from Polaris Group's Offsite MDS Coordinator Program.

The 10 Most Common FTags and How to Address Them

FTag citations have changed dramatically during COVID-19. Learn about the 10 most frequently cited and how to stay in compliance.

Regulatory Update

BREAKING NEWS: Judge Strikes Down Nursing Home Staffing Rule in Major Victory

Judge strikes down nursing home staffing mandate, allowing flexible solutions and innovation in care quality.

FTag 582 – Changes Effective January 1, 2025

Using Quality in Focus as the foundation, Polaris Group highlights FTag 582 Medicaid/Medicare Coverage/Liability Notice.

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