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12/24/2024

Many doctors and healthcare staff are dedicating a significant portion of their week to managing administrative duties. A recent study conducted by Google Cloud in collaboration with the Harris Poll highlights the substantial impact these tasks have on the healthcare workforce. The study also expresses hope that generative AI could alleviate these administrative pressures on medical professionals and their support teams, thereby not only easing bureaucratic challenges but also enhancing employee retention. This report was released by Google Cloud earlier today. https://buff.ly/4hTCIIi

A majority say they’re experiencing burnout due to administrative burdens, according to a new report from Google Cloud and the Harris Poll. There’s optimism that generative AI will help, the report says.

12/23/2024

On Wednesday, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) announced their plan to overhaul the State Performance Standards System (SPSS) for the 2025 fiscal year. This revision will involve dropping two measures from the previous year, incorporating a new one, and revising several others. A notable new addition to the SPSS, which is the federal agency’s tool for assessing State Survey Agencies, is a measure in the Survey and Intake Quality section: the Nursing Home Recertification Survey Deficiency Citation and Tasks Investigated. This measure will evaluate the frequency and nature of nursing home deficiencies and the completion of required or initiated tasks during recertification surveys. https://buff.ly/3YALX8M

On Wednesday, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released plans to update the State Performance Standards System (SPSS) for the 2025

12/20/2024

Over the past four years, hospital labor expenses have surged, impacting profit margins and cash flow, according to Moody's. This trend is expected to continue. Moody's report highlights the structural challenge of rising healthcare wages, which pose a credit risk for hospitals. Although wage growth will moderate by 2025, average pay will surpass past levels. Reimbursement increases, especially from government payors, will not match wage increases. The median operating cash flow margin for nonprofit hospitals dropped from 8.5% in 2019 to 5.3% in 2023. Rising labor and supply costs, with salaries and benefits comprising 53% and supply costs 21% of expenses, drive this shift. https://buff.ly/4e3LoZo

Hospital labor costs rocketed over the last four years, hitting margins and cash flow hard, according to Moody's. And the problem isn't going away any time soon.

12/19/2024

A recent study questions the effectiveness of the Medicare Patient Driven Payment Model (PDPM) in reducing "upcoding" behaviors in nursing facilities. Researchers from the University of Rochester and the University of Texas at Austin conducted a seven-year analysis, identifying exploitation patterns that impact resident care. The study, yet to undergo peer review, faced criticism from the American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL). https://buff.ly/48fZmpK

A newly released study casts doubt on whether the shift to Medicare Patient Driven Payment Model (PDPM) succeeded in the goal of curbing so-called

12/18/2024

Behavioral response teams (BRTs) are vital for improving employee wellness and workplace morale in healthcare, as highlighted at the 38th American Psychiatric Nurses Association conference in October 2024. The COVID-19 pandemic has increased violence against medical staff, leading hospitals to adopt BRTs. Researchers from St. Louis Children’s Hospital reviewed literature on BRTs and behavioral emergency response teams (BERTs) in hospitals, evaluating their effectiveness in reducing violence. https://buff.ly/4f2xWFL

Research presented at APNA 2024 assesses the effects of establishing behavioral response teams on hospital employee well-being.

12/17/2024

A $2 million grant has been allocated to a Pittsburgh organization to address nursing home staff shortages by training nearly 600 certified nursing assistants by 2027. This joint effort between Pennsylvania's nursing facilities and the Service Employees International Union aims to strengthen the long-term care workforce. The Appalachian Regional Commission funded the Jewish Healthcare Foundation to start this initiative, which is timely given Pennsylvania's severe nursing shortage. https://buff.ly/3Vlehde

A $2 million grant has been awarded to a Pittsburgh charity to combat the nursing home staffing shortage through training programs projected to hire and upskill nearly 600 certified nursing assistants by 2027

12/16/2024

A study in the American Journal of Infection Control shows that insufficient staffing for infection prevention increases healthcare-acquired infections. A new online tool offers tailored staffing advice, moving away from the traditional bed-based staffing model. Researchers assessed 390 hospitals, considering factors like emergency departments and specialized units, and found 79.2% were understaffed in infection control, using a baseline of one full-time infection preventionist per 85 beds. https://buff.ly/49ng8Eg

A lack of infection prevention and control staffing leads to more healthcare-associated infections, according to a new study published today in the American Journal of Infection Control.

12/13/2024

The nursing home sector is experiencing a significant shortage of healthcare workers and a slower increase in nursing care beds, raising concerns about long-term care access in some states. In Wisconsin, Forward Analytics warns of a looming crisis, predicting a need for 10,000 more workers by 2040 as baby boomers age. This is due to changes in service types and a 50% reduction in licensed nursing home beds over the past 20 years. https://buff.ly/3Ns8PRh

A dire shortage of clinical care workers in the nursing home sector along with slower growth in the number of nursing care beds is leading to added

12/12/2024

Microsoft introduced new tools focused on healthcare data and AI, including models for medical imaging, a healthcare agent service, and documentation automation for nurses. These aim to help healthcare organizations efficiently build AI applications and reduce the administrative workload on clinicians, a major cause of burnout. Nurses reportedly spend up to 41% of their time on documentation. Mary Varghese Presti from Microsoft Health and Life Sciences highlighted that AI in healthcare is intended to alleviate stress on staff, foster teamwork, and improve system efficiency nationwide. https://buff.ly/401ozCw

Microsoft announced a series of new health-care data and AI tools for clinicians on Thursday.

12/11/2024

States are transitioning from state-operated to managed Medicaid programs, causing concerns about reimbursement delays and low payments. Operators face challenges with varied payment systems and the Medicaid revalidation process. Nursing home operators aim for greater influence early on, akin to the Medicare Advantage development. The payment gap between Medicare Advantage and traditional Medicare has grown, with administrative and care denial issues adding complexity. Strong early advocacy could lead to better contracts for operators. https://buff.ly/4eIEtGp

Multiple states have been working toward a transition to managed Medicaid from the traditional state-run program, but there have been concerns about

12/10/2024

Hospitals globally are struggling with staffing shortages and ineffective scheduling, causing stress and inefficiencies. The growing demand for healthcare highlights the need for better staffing solutions to ensure employee well-being and quality patient care. Traditional manual shift filling methods are inadequate, leading to delays and burnout. This article explores how healthcare IT specialists can use advanced shift fulfillment systems to tackle these issues, improve operations, boost staff satisfaction, and enhance patient care. https://buff.ly/4fYDphy

The following is a guest article by Adam Seguin, CEO at VocantasStaffing shortages and inefficient scheduling processes continue to challenge hospitals and healthcare facilities globally.

12/09/2024

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) announced that skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) must undergo off-cycle revalidation until the end of 2024, requiring them to submit new information on ownership, management, and related parties. This applies to all SNFs, irrespective of size, ownership, or nonprofit status. Notifications will be sent by Medicare Administrative Contractors (MAC) between October and December 2024, with one-third receiving theirs in October. Facilities have 90 days from notification to submit the required documentation. https://buff.ly/3OrCLxm

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) recently announced it will require off-cycle revalidation of skilled nursing facilities (SNFs)...

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