Healthcare Highwire: Recent Episodes
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LCS Health Services Division premiere podcast that aspires to provide meaningful and pertinent content that gives you an edge in balancing business and health care. Check out our channel for the latest information impacting the world of health care. Our Health Services Division experts from Life Care Services will be your hosts providing valuable and insightful information.
The podcast explores strategies for SNF teams to thrive under PDPM by adopting daily PDPM huddles. LCS categorizes beneficiaries into four groups, streamlining meetings and emphasizing key drivers during specific phases of the Part A stay.
Do you struggle to understand the complex definitions found in the state operations manual regarding freedom from abuse, neglect, and exploitation? In 2024 732 citations have already been cited for abuse in skilled nursing facilities nationwide. Join us as we discuss the best practices to prevent, investigate, and report abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
Join us for the newest podcast on Healthcare Highwire. During this episode we discuss Generation Z workers. Generation Z recently entered the workforce-who are these individuals? What characteristics do they bring to your organization? This is a generation that questions the status quo-they are our future. In this podcast learn about recruiting, hiring, and retaining the generation Z worker.
Join Sandy Toole, Director of Life Plan Clinical Services, for the DON Leadership Series as Linda Elder, Clinical Specialist, Kim Held, Senior Clinical Specialist, and Natalie Moore, Senior MDS Specialist, discuss the vaccination protocols and best practices in Long Term Healthcare settings, Today on Healthcare Highwire!
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Sandy Toole introduces Jon Back to discuss "Nursing Resiliency" an overview of personal fitness in Physical, Mental, Social, and Spiritual aspects and the benefits of this focus.
The links below will allow LCS employees to review the assessments spoken of in today's podcast.
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You will need to have access to and be able to log into the LCS instance of OneDrive to have access to these assessments.
Join your host Natalie Moore and her guest Barbara Cronin-LaPerche as they discuss the details around the MDS 3.0 v18 & SDOH.
Part 2 of a two-part series discussing the regulations and intent of Behavioral and Emotional Health, with Sandy Toole.
In this episode, Sandy Toole explains the regulatory intent of Behavioral and Emotional Health. This is part 1 of a 2 part series.
Welcome to the new "Director of Nursing Leadership Series" Listen to Sandy Toole and Debbie Murphy discuss where we go now that PHE has ended!
Your MDS Leadership Series Host, Natalie Moore has invited MDS Specialist, Angela Webb to discuss what you need to know about MAC Probe.
Episode 195: 9:21
MDS Leadership Series - Hosted by Natalie Moore, Senior MDS Specialist at Life Care Services
Episode 194: 12:57
MDS Leadership Series -Hosted by Natalie Moore, Senior MDS Specialist at Life Care Services
Episode 193: 00:21:41
Join Sandy Toole, Director of Clinical Services, Life Plan, as she discusses Phase 3 ROP changes in QAPI with Jennifer Williams-Lamb, ANCC Accredited Provider Program Director and Mock Surveyor.
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Join Sandy Toole, Director of Clinical Services, Life Plan, as she discusses Phase 3 ROP changes in Food and Nutrition Services with Jennifer Williams-Lamb, ANCC Accredited Provider Program Director and Mock Surveyor.
Episode 191: 00:11:33
Join Sandy Toole, Director of Clinical Services, Life Plan, as she discusses Phase 3 ROP changes in Behavioral Health with Jennifer Williams-Lamb, ANCC Accredited Provider Program Director and Mock Surveyor.
Episode 190: 00:20:05
Join Sandy Toole, Director of Clinical Services, Life Plan, as she discusses Phase 3 ROP changes in Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation with Jennifer Williams-Lamb, ANCC Accredited Provider Program Director and Mock Surveyor.
Episode 189: 00:12:15
Join Sandy Toole, Director of Clinical Services, Life Plan, as she discusses Phase 3 ROP changes in Trauma Informed Care with Jennifer Williams-Lamb, ANCC Accredited Provider Program Director and Mock Surveyor.
Revitalize your WELLNESS CULTURE Michele Kramer, Director of Health & Wellness Programming for LCS Health Services Division and Beth Grigg, Senior Director of Resident Services, Peak Portfolio
It is Cyber Security Month in October 2022. Today, Bryce Williams, Information Security Engineer and Sean Williams, Director, Information Security have a conversation about new updates and expectations for Cyber Security in 2022 and 2023. Come back to "Healthcare High Wire" everyday in the following week to review the Cyber Security podcasts released for Cyber Security Month in October 2021
HOME CARE as a Choice Michele Kramer, Director of Health & Wellness Programming with LCS Health services division, and Brandi Watson, Director of Home Care and Clinic at the Cedars of Chapel Hill
Communication with the Dementia Resident - Michele Kramer, Director of Health & Wellness Programming with LCS Health services division, and Linda Hart, director of health service at Stoneridge
Join Sandy Toole, Director of Clinical Services, Life Plan, as she discusses Phase 3 ROP changes in Binding Arbitration and Compliance/Ethics with Bridgette Uhlemann, Vice President/Corporate Counsel, Director of Legal and Compliance, Corporate Compliance Officer.
Join Sandy Toole, Director of Clinical Services, Life Plan, as she discusses Phase 3 ROP changes in Physical Environment with Jennifer Williams-Lamb, ANCC Accredited Provider Program Director and Mock Surveyor.
Transitions and Aging in Place - Michele Kramer, Director of Health & Wellness Programming with LCS Health services division, and Cathy Joki, DIRECTOR OF RESIDENTIAL HEALTH SERVICES at the Heritage at Brentwood
Join Sandy Toole, Director of Clinical Services, Life Plan, as she discusses Phase 3 ROP changes in Admissions, Transfers, and Discharges with Jennifer Williams-Lamb, ANCC Accredited Provider Program Director and Mock Surveyor.
Join Sandy Toole, Director of Clinical Services, Life Plan, as she discusses Phase 3 ROP changes in Physician Services and Nursing Services with Jennifer Williams-Lamb, ANCC Accredited Provider Program Director and Mock Surveyor.
Join Sandy Toole, Director of Clinical Services, Life Plan, as she discusses Phase 3 ROP changes in Training Requirements with Jennifer Williams-Lamb, ANCC Accredited Provider Program Director and Mock Surveyor.
Insight Into Hospice--Michele Kramer, Director of Health & Wellness Programming with LCS Health services division, and Brandi Watson, Director of Home Care and Clinic at the Cedars of Chapel Hill
Join Sandy Toole, Director of Clinical Services, Life Plan, as she discusses Phase 3 ROP changes in Infection Control with Jennifer Williams-Lamb, ANCC Accredited Provider Program Director and Mock Surveyor.
Join Sandy Toole, Director of Clinical Services, Life Plan, as she discusses Phase 3 ROP changes in Pharmacy Services with Jennifer Williams-Lamb, ANCC Accredited Provider Program Director and Mock Surveyor.
Join Sandy Toole, Director of Clinical Services, Life Plan, as she discusses Phase 3 ROP changes in Resident Rights with Jennifer Williams-Lamb, ANCC Accredited Provider Program Director and Mock Surveyor.
Exercise is key to wellness Michele Kramer Director of Health & Wellness Programming with LCS Health services division & Linda Hart, director of health service with Stoneridge discuss.
Build Your Preferred Provider List, Michele Kramer, Director of Health & Wellness Programming with LCS Health services division and Kristin Landahl, Executive Director of the Clarendale of Shererville
Benefits of the Navigation Dashboard Michele Kramer Director of Health & Wellness Programming with LCS Health services division & Jennifer Breedlove, Resident Services Director at Galleria Woods.
Life Care Services CEO, Joel Nelson moderates a panel of guests discussing Alzheimer's impact on the resident, family and staff. Joined by Blake Gillman, Sharon Roth-Maguire, Kami Tobey and Peter Franken, this is an Alzheimer's conversation you don't want to miss.
Don't miss this final episode in recognition of Cybersecurity month! Find out what Cybersecurity professionals have to say about their industry for today ... and in the future! Here on Health Care High Wire!
Welcome Back to the Health Care High Wire Cybersecurity Month podcast series. You won't want to miss todays episode where Laura Franco, Sean Williams and Bryce Williams discuss best Cybersecurity practices while Travelling!
We hope you enjoy this episode. Don't forget to Like, Share and Comment!!
Laura and Bryce continue the discussion on Cybersecurity Hygiene for Work and Home regarding updates, back-ups and anti-virus. You will want to hear this one. Today on Health Care High Wire!
Laura and Bryce discuss all things password related. This isn't your regular message about passwords, hear Laura and Bryce discuss 'WHY' password regulation is so important.
Laura continues her discussion with Sean and Bryce, today they talk about how some of the trending attacks work and how we can watch for it. So, join us here on Health Care High Wire!
Hello, Thanks for joining Laura Franco as she visits with Bryce Williams and Sean Williams of the InfoSec team at LCS. Hear straight from them about the purpose and process to keeping you secure, both at work and at home.
Laura Franco and Sandy Toole are at it again! Join Laura and Sandy as they dispel the myths around the Flu and Covid vaccines this flu season. Only on Health Care High Wire!
Michele Kramer and Natalie Moore have returned with a new podcast just for you! Join them as they discuss the top denial risk areas and learn how you can avoid the pitfalls that cause these denials. This is part two of two podcasts.
Michele Kramer and Natalie Moore have returned with a new podcast just for you! Join them as they discuss the top denial risk areas and learn how you can avoid the pitfalls that cause these denials. This is part one of two podcasts.
Today Dawn Ruppel will be joined by Adam Funk and Chris Youngers to share the progressive thoughts and actions in implementing and optimizing technology for the LCS managed communities. Listen in as they discuss the plans of the pioneering committee known as Innovate@LCS.
Michele Kramer, Director of Health & Wellness Programming and Theresa Arguello-Thomas Senior Vice President of Menu Operations with Crandall Corporate Dietitians discuss What Operations, Sales & Marketing need to know about IDDSI
Join Michele Kramer as she discusses testing methods for foods and liquids with Theresa Arguello-Thomas from Crandall Corporate Dieticians. Today, IDDSI, the International Dysphagia Diet Standardization Initiative, specifically on the IDDSI testing methods for foods and liquids.
Join Michele Kramer and Christina Bruenderman as they discuss the details of How therapy, nursing, dietary and MDS can prevent denials Speech Therapy Services and PDPM.
How to cognitively remember to communicate and speak about swallowing the best diet, SLP CMI Natalie Moore with Michele Kramer
NDD is out, IDDSI is IN! Find out more with Michele Kramer and Theresa Arguello-Thomas today on Health Care High Wire!
Program for Evaluating Payment Patterns Electronic Report or "PEPPER" is discussed today with Keeley Kent. Hosted by Michele Kramer, they will share the details and importance of "Adding PEPPER to your Plate"
Thanks for joining us!
Michele Kramer is joined by Keely Kent to discuss the CMS Release of the 2021 Final Rule.
The centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMS) issued the CY 2021 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) Final Rule, which has taken effect on January 1, 2021. This includes:
- Updated Payment Policies
- Payment Rates
- Telehealth Policies
- Quality Provisions
Join Michele Kramer as she discusses the top 5 reasons for PDPM denials with Christina Bruenderman, Director of Denials and Appeals with TMC.
Dawn Ruppel hosts Michele Kramer to discuss the amazing opportunities in the Heartline Study, only in LCS managed communities.
Join Sandy as we celebrate the last Year of the Nurse Spotlight interview featuring Roselle Salon, DON at Hale Ola Kino in Honolulu, HI
Join Barbara Bedenbaugh and Angelena Murry as they discuss overcoming COVID challenges in an Assisted Living and Memory Settings.
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Join Michele Kramer and her guest Tony Barger as they teach us about being prepared for the ADR Audit! Listen now on Health Care High Wire!
Join us as we celebrate this weeks Year of the Nurse Spotlight -Letesha Tillman, DON at Brandon Wilde in Evans, GA
Find out how COVID-19 helped Letesha discover her love of strawberry popsicles!
Please join us as we celebrate this weeks Year of the Nurse Spotlight -Kim Held, DON at Meadow Ridge in Redding, CT.
Join Douglas Jones and guest, Blake Gillman as they discuss past, present and future changes in the use of technology in communication with LCS Health Services Division.
Our Year of the Nurse Spotlight series continues as we celebrate Maureen Jenkins, DON at Greenwood Village South in Greenwood, IN
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Join Laura Franco and Sandy Toole as they dispel the Myths and explain the Facts about the Flu vaccine as well as discuss the relation between the Flu, the Flu vaccine and COVID-19. Today, on Gone Learning.
Our Year of the Nurse Spotlight series continues as we celebrate Julie Davenport, DON at John Knox Village East in Higginsville, MO
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Not sure how to properly code for isolation during COVID-19? Listen as Natalie Moore explains the finer points, today with your host Michele Kramer, only in Demystifying the Requirements to Coding Isolation right here on Health Care High Wire.
Our Year of the Nurse Spotlight series continues as we celebrate Rev. Jon Back DON at Marquette in Indianapolis, IN.
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Today, Michele Kramer and Keely Kent discuss Reporting measures oh, and they practice rearranging the alphabet as they discuss the many acronyms that accompany this topic! Join Michele and Keely as they navigate an alphabet montage, today with Making Your Quality Reporting Measures Count for Your Facility, only on Health Care High Wire!
We are pleased to present the first in a series for the Year of the Nurse. Podcasts dedicated to some of the nurse directors from our Life Plan Communities. Interviewed by the Life Plan Nurse Consultants here is the first in the YOTN Spotlight Series from Sandy Toole ft. Kim Akainyah, DON at Sedgebrook in Lincolnshire, IL.
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Michele Kramer and Natalie Moore complete the PDPM MDS Quick Tips with sections M thru O
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Michele Kramer and Natalie Moore continue the Quick tips series for PDPM MDS. Today they discuss Sections I through K.
Michele Kramer is joined by Tony Barger Senior Vice President from Heritage Health to discuss the importance of proper ADR's so you can see less denials, today in Quick Tips: ADR Denials and Appeals. Thanks for listening!
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Michele Kramer and Natalie Moore are back with the second part of the PDPM MDS Quick Tips series! They have some great tips & tricks for sections E thru H, be sure to listen!
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Hear Michele Kramer and Natalie Moore provide tips & tricks for completing PDPM MDS Sections A-D! These ladies know their stuff, and now you can too!
Laura Franco, VP/Director of Post-Acute Regulatory Strategy and Natalie Moore, Mock Surveyor/MDS Specialist for Life Care Services discuss skilling for Medicare Part A services under COVID-19.
In the second part of our series with The National Institute for Fitness & Sports (NIFS), Tony Galvan, Director of Health & Wellness for LCS and Emily Davenport, Director of Fitness Management for NIFS are joined by Kara Gootee-Robinson, Assistant Director-NIFS Fitness Management. The conversation focuses on how senior living communities can maximize social media and blogging to message the benefit of their wellness and fitness programs.
Laura Franco VP/Director of Post-Acute Regulatory Strategy and Michele Kramer, Therapy Quality Assurance Specialists discuss the top three coding areas that providers are missing under PDPM along with strategies to assist staff in capturing the appropriate care items.
The National Institute for Fitness & Sports (NIFS) has been an industry leader in providing fitness management services for senior living communities. LCS and NIFS have been partnering for over 15 years and throughout that time we’ve seen residents and communities benefit tremendously from having them in place.
As experts in the field of not only fitness, but overall well-being, we’re excited to launch an episode series featuring Emily Davenport, Director of Fitness Management for NIFS. Along with Tony Galvan, Director of Health & Wellness for LCS, a variety of topics will be discussed including programming best practices, wellness strategies and the overall leveraging of community lifestyle programs to make a difference in the lives of residents while providing communities with differentiation and a competitive edge.
Laura Franco, VP/Director of Post-Acute Regulatory Strategy, LCS, discusses Social Media and HIPAA Privacy in the Healthcare Setting with Attorney Jo Ellen Whitney, Davis Brown Law Firm.
Tony Galvan, Director of Health & Wellness for LCS, sits down with the leadership at Caremerge to talk through a variety of topics. With resident engagement, tech-based solutions remaining a top priority for senior living providers, it was great to catch up with Nancy Koenig, CEO; Kim Kessler, VP Product Strategy; Josh Studzinski, VP Marketing and Mary Giangrasse, VP Client Success. It was great to hear how they feel this space continues to evolve and what it takes to effectively implement and sustain technology within senior living communities.
In addition to reintroducing us of some of their core solutions such as Community and Family Engagement, we discussed some of the latest offerings such as Caremerge Voice, In-Room TV Channel and Community Digital Display.
Blake Gillman, VP/Director of Post-Acute Services for LCS, has a conversation with Caresse Criss, Client Service Representative at McKesson Medical, in the final part of a 4-part series intended to introduce services that McKesson provides outside of ordering medical supplies. Part 4 focuses on customer service for onboarding, ongoing support and emergency support.
In the next episode of the Public Policy series, Steve Bahmer, President and CEO of LeadingAge Florida speaks to Dan Merriman, Senior Compliance and Public Policy Analyst about the ways that a state association advocates for the senior living industry. There ae a number of ways communities can leverage their association for advocacy and Steve and Dan walk through opportunities such as boards and committees, capitol days, and hosting legislator visits. A special thanks to the Toby & Leon Cooperman Sinai Residences Boca Raton for hosting a successful policy forum on senior living!
Blake Gillman, VP/Director of Post-Acute Services for LCS, has a conversation with Matthew Callen, Sr. Technology Consultant at McKesson Medical, in part 3 of a 4-part series intended to introduce services that McKesson provides outside of ordering medical supplies. Part 3 focuses on the Orbitz charge capture system that is focused on revenue generation and the value this solution holds for communities and residents alike.
Blake Gillman, VP/Director of Post-Acute Services for LCS sits down with Veronica Crawford, Clinical Support Manager for McKesson Medical in part 2 of a 4-part series intended to introduce services that McKesson provides outside of ordering medical supplies. Part 2 focuses on the wealth of educational resources that are available from a clinical standpoint.
Blake Gillman, VP/Director of Post-Acute Services for LCS sits down with Jeff Ward, Field VP for National Accounts for McKesson Medical in part 1 of a 4-part series intended to introduce services that McKesson provides outside of ordering medical supplies. Part 1 focuses on custom packaging and shipping of resident specific supplies.
Michele Kramer, LCS Therapy Quality Assurance Specialist joins Victoria Henson, Clinical and Quality Specialist from Encore Rehabilitation to discuss collaboration strategies for therapy, nursing and MDS assessment, communication and accurate coding of Section GG on the MDS.
Laura Franco, VP/Director of Post-Acute Regulatory Strategy and Cricket Davis, RN, LCS Nurse Consultant discuss the requirements of Trauma Informed Care §283.25 (m) of the Requirements Of Participation – Phase 3.
Michele Kramer LCS HSD Therapy Quality Assurance Specialist is joined by Genise Pedrick, Director of Operations with TMC. This podcast reviews how your Therapy Provider will assist with ICD-10 coding, Section GG assessment, monitoring and auditing of therapy treatment, delivery, and documentation to meet medical necessity as well as participation in the PDPM Huddle, Weekly Medicare Meeting and Triple Check.
Continuing a multi-part series looking at advocacy and public policy issues affecting senior living, Julie Bissonnette, Executive Director at Newcastle Place speaks to Dan Merriman, Senior Compliance and Public Policy Analyst about her experiences at her state capitol advocating for senior living. The session discusses the experience of a state association’s ‘lobby day’ and Calls to Action. Julie shares her takeaways and experience on getting involved in advocacy.
Braggadocios is the word of the day! That is how we feel about the new Occurrence Note Family of Assessments at LCS HSD! Listen as Susan Adams, Director of Clinical Systems, Doug Jones, Clinical Systems Analyst and Barbara Bedenbaugh, Senior Director of Health Care Services-Rental Division discuss the features of triggered assessments, shorter pages for laptop use, focus on standards and on ease of use! Come Hear about the newest addition to the family, the Neuro Check!
Blake Gillman, VP/Director of Post-Acute Care Services sits down with Doug Jones, Clinical Systems Analyst as a new episode series kicks off, the Yardi EHR Series. Yardi is the EHR (Electronic Health Record) used in rental communities owned and managed by Life Care Services. Throughout the Yardi EHR episode series, listeners will learn about the latest integration updates, along with discussion on system improvements. Hosts and guests will include builders, trainers and users from both the corporate and community level.
In this podcast, Laura Franco, VP/Director of Post-Acute Strategy and Jennifer Lamb, RN MBA, Mock Surveyor at Life Care Services discuss the new CMS F-tag, F693-Feeding Tube Management and Restoring Eating Skills. This podcast is part of a 49 podcast series where Laura and Jennifer explore all 49 potential substantial care citations with the new F-tag numbering system.
Laura Franco, VP/Director of Post-Acute Regulatory Strategy, Life Care Services talks with Renee Kinder, MS CCC-SLP RAC-CT, Vice Present of Clinical Services, Encore Rehabilitation Services about PDPM. Laura and Renee discuss some of the processes that Encore Rehab has put into place with their Clinical Pathways as well as the in-depth education for their staff.
Laura Franco, VP/Director of Post-Acute Strategy and Blake Gillman VP/Director of Post-Acute Care Services are joined by Marcie Koenig, Administrator at The Residences at Vantage Point, Carrie May, ADON at The Virginian, Sandy McCormick, MDS Coordinator at Harrogate and Connor Marshall, Administrator at Harrogate to discuss key takeaways from their recent attendance and participation in one of the Health Services Division Regional Conferences. Primary topics include transition to the new PDPM Reimbursement Model and the tools associated with making the change smooth and effective.
Tony Galvan, Director of Health & Wellness for LCS, is joined by Dr. Steven Handler, Chief Medical Innovation Officer for Curavi Health. The conversation focuses on the development and growth of telehealth solutions and the impact the health care regulatory environment is having on the implementation of these solution types. Dr. Handler discusses use cases for Curavi’s solutions specific to the benefit and value that is brought forward, along with dispelling misconceptions commonly associated with integrating telemedicine programs.
In this podcast, Laura Franco, VP/Director of Post-Acute Strategy and Jennifer Lamb, RN MBA, Mock Surveyor at Life Care Services discuss the new CMS F-tag, F692-Nutrition and Hydration Status Maintenance. This podcast is part of a 49 podcast series where Laura and Jennifer explore all 49 potential substantial care citations with the new F-tag numbering system.
In the third part of a multi-part series, Catherine Jenkins, VP and Director of Life Plan Communities speaks to Dan Merriman, Senior Compliance and Public Policy Analyst about her experiences in DC advocating for senior living. The session discusses the ins and outs of a meeting on Capitol Hill, takeaways and other opportunities for a community’s leadership to get involved in policy. Also discussed are some of this year’s key advocacy points for the industry.
Laura Franco, VP/Director of Post-Acute Regulatory Strategy, Life Care Services and Hilary Forman, Chief Clinical Strategies Officer, HealthPro-Heritage discuss strategies for the transition from RUGs IV to PDPM.
In this podcast, Laura Franco, VP/Director of Post-Acute Strategy and Jennifer Lamb, RN MBA, Mock Surveyor at Life Care Services discuss the new CMS F-tag, F691-Colostomy, Urostomy and Ileostomy Care. This podcast is part of a 49 podcast series where Laura and Jennifer explore all 49 potential substantial care citations with the new F-tag numbering system.
Tony Galvan, Director of Health & Wellness for LCS sits down with Dan Herbstman, CEO and Co-Founder of Third Eye Health and Ray George, VP of Growth & Strategy for Third Eye. The discussion focused on the evolution of telehealth solutions within senior living, along with the value and benefit of communities implementing these programs and products. Third Eye’s specific solution including their hardware, software and services were discussed in addition to how the ever-changing healthcare environment is impacting the adoption of these solutions.
In this podcast, Laura Franco, VP/Director of Post-Acute Strategy and Jennifer Lamb, RN MBA, Mock Surveyor at Life Care Services discuss the new CMS F-tag, F690-Bowel/Bladder Incontinence, Catheter and UTI. This podcast is part of a 49 podcast series where Laura and Jennifer explore all 49 potential substantial care citations with the new F-tag numbering system.
Blake Gillman, VP/Director of Post-Acute Care Services provides a brief update on a few high priority items related to our LCS Health Services Division (HSD). The first is a brief update on the Patient-Driven Payment Model (PDPM), specifically the challenges and opportunities that it presents, along with the educational efforts being presented by members of the HSD. Second, is the latest regarding the upcoming HSD regional meetings and the benefit in attending to our Life Care Services corporate and community teams. Lastly, an update on our primary EHR provider, Netsmart and their MyUnity solution.
Tony Galvan, Director of Health & Wellness, sits down with members of the Navigation and Lifestyle teams from The Cypress of Raleigh. Members include Healthcare Navigators, Community Life Director and Therapy Director. The conversation covered a variety of topics including how the team has been able to implement and sustain a well-executed and well-branded Health & Wellness Navigation and Lifestyle program. The team discusses how they partner with each other as a way to optimize the delivery of health and wellness programs, services and resources to their residents. We also talked about the value that having these programs in place brings to the Sales & Marketing team at the community along with the healthcare partners that the community works with.
In this podcast, Laura Franco, VP/Director of Post-Acute Strategy and Jennifer Lamb, RN MBA, Mock Surveyor at Life Care Services discuss the new CMS F-tag, F689-Free from accident hazards, supervision and devices. This podcast is part of a 49 podcast series where Laura and Jennifer explore all 49 potential substantial care citations with the new F-tag numbering system.
In this podcast, Laura Franco, VP/Director of Post-Acute Strategy and Jennifer Lamb, RN MBA, Mock Surveyor at Life Care Services discuss the new CMS F-tag, F688-Increase/Prevent Decrease in ROM and Mobility. This podcast is part of a 49 podcast series where Laura and Jennifer explore all 49 potential substantial care citations with the new F-tag numbering system.
In this podcast, Laura Franco, VP/Director of Post-Acute Strategy and Jennifer Lamb, RN MBA, Mock Surveyor at Life Care Services discuss the new CMS F-tag, F687-Foot Care. This podcast is part of a 49 podcast series where Laura and Jennifer explore all 49 potential substantial care citations with the new F-tag numbering system.
Tony Galvan, Director of Health & Wellness for LCS, sits down with Shannon Littig, Health & Wellness Navigator at Rolling Green Village. The conversation focused on the benefit of having a well-executed and effectively branded Navigation program at the community level. Shannon shares how her role provides value to residents, families and healthcare partners, along with creating differentiation for her community.
In this podcast, Laura Franco, VP/Director of Post-Acute Strategy and Jennifer Lamb, RN MBA, Mock Surveyor at Life Care Services discuss the new CMS F-tag, F686-Treatment and Services to Prevent and Heal Pressure Ulcers. This podcast is part of a 49 podcast series where Laura and Jennifer explore all 49 potential substantial care citations with the new F-tag numbering system.
Laura Franco, VP/Director of Post-Acute Regulatory Strategy and Sandy Toole, RN, Sr. Nurse Consultant discuss the QAPI requirements for Phase 3 of the Requirements of Participation which goes into effect on November 28, 2019.
In this podcast, Laura Franco, VP/Director of Post-Acute Strategy and Jennifer Lamb, RN MBA, Mock Surveyor at Life Care Services discuss the new CMS F-tag, F685-Treatment/Devices to Maintain Hearing/Vision. This podcast is part of a 49 podcast series where Laura and Jennifer explore all 49 potential substantial care citations with the new F-tag numbering system.
In this podcast, Laura Franco, VP/Director of Post-Acute Strategy and Jennifer Lamb, RN MBA, Mock Surveyor at Life Care Services discuss the new CMS F-tag, F684-Quality of Care. This podcast is part of a 49 podcast series where Laura and Jennifer explore all 49 potential substantial care citations with the new F-tag numbering system.
In this podcast, Laura Franco, VP/Director of Post-Acute Strategy and Jennifer Lamb, RN MBA, Mock Surveyor at Life Care Services discuss the new CMS F-tag F680-Qualifications of Activity Personnel. This podcast is part of a 49 podcast series where Laura and Jennifer explore all 49 potential substantial care citations with the new F-tag numbering system.
In this fourth and final part, Tony Galvan, Director of Health and Wellness, discusses what the LCS Resident Advisory Council feels senior living communities should be considering to best position themselves for both current and future residents, in regards to tech-based solutions. Specific products and services are discussed in addition to the staffing and support that will be needed in order to effectively facilitate and maintain long-term engagement.
In this podcast, Laura Franco, VP/Director of Post-Acute Strategy and Jennifer Lamb, RN MBA, Mock Surveyor at Life Care Services discuss the new CMS F-tag F679-Activities Meet Interests and Needs of Each Resident. This podcast is part of a 49 podcast series where Laura and Jennifer explore all 49 potential substantial care citations with the new F-tag numbering system.
In this third part of four, Tony Galvan, Director of Health and Wellness, has a conversation with members of the LCS Resident Advisory Council on how technology impacts their overall well being. The conversation begins with establishing a framework for defining wellness, which is a focus on a holistic, multi-dimensional approach. Our resident panel shares how they feel technology positively impacts some of these areas of wellness which include physical health, brain fitness and overall psycho-social well being. The group also discusses how living in a senior living community increases their exposure to the types of technologies that heightens their engagement. Leveraging technology from a healthcare, care coordination and safety standpoint is also discussed.
In this second part of four, Tony Galvan, Director of Health and Wellness, discusses current use of technology with members of the LCS Resident Advisory Council. Specifically, the group shares how tech-savvy they feel they are and how connected their fellow seniors are within and outside of their communities. Also, the group talks about the different devices and products they engage with on a daily basis that helps them stay connected and productive. These include their favorite apps and industry solutions such as resident portals.
Laura Franco VP/Director of Post-Acute Regulatory Strategy meets with Beth Lori, Compliance Director and Corporate Compliance Officer for Life Care Services review do a review the requirements for a Compliance and Ethics Program which are part of the Phase 3 ROPs that go into effect on November 28, 2019. This is #10 in a 10-part series outlining the requirements of the program.
As a reminder, any LCS employee who has listened to all 10 podcasts in this series by January 25, 2019, will receive a “Certificate of Completion” from the Compliance Department.
In this first part of four, Tony Galvan, Director of Health and Wellness, connects with members of the LCS Resident Advisory Council, who live in several LCS-managed communities, to discuss how they’ve experienced technology throughout their lives. Specifically, the conversation focuses on how the group witnessed the evolution of technology throughout their childhood, time in school and across their careers.
In this podcast, Laura Franco, VP/Director of Post-Acute Strategy and Jennifer Lamb, RN MBA, Mock Surveyor at Life Care Services discuss the new CMS F-tag F678-Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). This podcast is part of a 49 podcast series where Laura and Jennifer explore all 49 potential substantial care citations with the new F-tag numbering system.
Laura Franco VP/Director of Post-Acute Regulatory Strategy meets with Beth Lori, Compliance Director and Corporate Compliance Officer for Life Care Services review Element #8 - Responsiveness of the Compliance and Ethics Program. This is the #9 in a 10-part series outlining the requirements of the program.
In the second part of a multi-part series, Blake Gillman, VP/Director of Post-Acute Care Services and Dan Merriman, Senior Compliance and Public Policy Analyst continue their conversation on the effect that public policy has on senior living. Specifically, the impact of the recent midterm elections on public policy and legislative priorities are discussed. Some of these include the future of Medicare and Medicaid and how these are impacted by CMS initiatives and regulations. Impact on other senior living sectors, such as Assisted Living are commented on as well, along with the influence of immigration in the senior living workforce.
Laura Franco VP/Director of Post-Acute Regulatory Strategy meets with Beth Lori, Compliance Director and Corporate Compliance Officer for Life Care Services review Element #7 – Consistent Enforcement of the Compliance and Ethics Program. This is the #8 in a 10-part series outlining the requirements of the program.
In this podcast, Laura Franco, VP/Director of Post-Acute Strategy and Jennifer Lamb, RN MBA, Mock Surveyor at Life Care Services discuss the new CMS F-tags F676 (Activities of Daily Living & Maintaining Abilities) and F677 (ADL Care Provided for Dependent Residents). This podcast is part of a 49 podcast series where Laura and Jennifer explore all 49 potential substantial care citations with the new F-tag numbering system.
In this podcast, Laura Franco, VP/Director of Post-Acute Strategy and Jennifer Lamb, RN MBA, Mock Surveyor at Life Care Services discuss the new CMS F-tag F675-Quality of Life. This podcast is part of a 49 podcast series where Laura and Jennifer explore all 49 potential substantial care citations with the new F-tag numbering system.
Laura Franco VP/Director of Post-Acute Regulatory Strategy meets with Beth Lori, Compliance Director and Corporate Compliance Officer for Life Care Services review Element #6 –Reasonable Steps to Achieve Compliance of the Compliance and Ethics Program. This is the seventh in a 10-part series outlining the requirements of the program.
In the first of a multi-part series, Blake Gillman, VP/Director of Post-Acute Care Services and Dan Merriman, Senior Compliance and Public Policy Analyst discuss how senior living communities can become involved in public policy to make an effective and meaningful impact. Specific topics include, outreach to local legislators and leveraging state associations to make connections. The role and direction of the LCS Public Policy Committee is also discussed.
Laura Franco, VP/Director of Post-Acute Regulatory Strategy and Blake Gillman, VP/Director of Post-Acute Care Services discuss the importance and benefits of integrating telemedicine solutions within our LCS communities. They give a high-level preview of the intended approach and outcomes of implementing this type of technology.
Laura Franco, VP/Director of Post-Acute Regulatory Strategy meets with Beth Lori, Compliance Director and Corporate Compliance Officer for Life Care Services to review Element #5 of the Compliance and Ethics Program. This is the sixth in a 10-part series outlining the requirements of the program.