Capitol Beat

APRIL 18, 2025

1317 ) The Improving Care and Access to Nurses (ICAN) Act would modernize outdated Medicare and Medicaid policies placed on advance practice registered nurses (APRNs) seeking to treat patients to the full extent of their education and training. Promoting Access to Diabetic Shoes Act ( H.R. Take Action for the bill! ICAN Act ( S.

APRN

American Medical Compliance

MARCH 13, 2025

Medicare and Medicaid Participants : Entities receiving payments through these federal programs. Development and Implementation of Policies and Procedures (By July 5, 2025) Covered entities must establish comprehensive policies and procedures that promote compliance with Section 1557.

Medicare

The Relentless School Nurse

APRIL 1, 2025

The proposed cuts in Medicaid funding may also have a destabilizing impact on school health services. Beyond clinical care, school nurses are increasingly involved in health education efforts, teaching students about nutrition, exercise, stress management, and hygiene to promote healthier lifestyles.

Mental Health

The Relentless School Nurse

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Their concerns stem from Kennedy’s history of promoting conspiracy theories and undermining public health systems, which they aptly document will have disastrous consequences for public health, particularly in the context of ongoing health crises like the measles outbreak in Texas. Kennedy Jr.’s

Medicaid

Penn Nursing

DECEMBER 15, 2023

congressional office in 2009—received an invitation to represent NAHN at the signing of President Biden’s Executive Order on Strengthening Access to the ACA and Medicaid, a policy that was a focal point of her PhD dissertation.

Leadership

The Relentless School Nurse

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Mehmet Oz, the TV quack extraordinaire, has been tapped to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Oz’s history of promoting unproven treatments and dubious health products should disqualify him from any position of medical authority, let alone one that oversees critical health insurance programs.

Health Insurance

American Medical Compliance

MARCH 12, 2025

Receive care in a manner which promotes and enhances your quality of life. The nursing home cant make a residentleave if theyre waiting to get Medicaid. The course also covers Medicaid protections and emergency exceptions. A safe, clean, comfortable, home-like environment.

Medicaid

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences

APRIL 22, 2025

Healthcare policy examples relating to protecting and promoting employee health include rules around the consumption of alcohol and tobacco in the workplace, wearing masks and gloves to minimize the risk of exposure to illnesses and chemicals and wellness guidelines such as time off and healthy eating. Sources Healthy People 2030, U.S.

HIPAA

The Relentless School Nurse

MAY 10, 2025

Medicaid funding relied upon by trauma patients and gun violence survivors is on the chopping block. Dr. Sonali Rajan Dr. Rajan is a Professor of Health Promotion and Education at Teachers College, Columbia University. When: Wednesday, May 14, 2025 Time: 78 p.m. ET Where:Zoom We are entering an informational blackout. Louis region.

Medicaid

Nursing Review

JULY 14, 2025

In the US, pharmaceuticals are subsidised through private health insurance or government programs such as Medicaid. But the PBS mitigates their impact by negotiating prices and promoting the use of cost-effective alternatives, such as generics, once they become available. Neither directly negotiates with pharmaceutical companies.

Pharmaceutical

American Medical Compliance

JUNE 19, 2023

Several states have recently approved the extension of postpartum Medicaid coverage beyond the usual two-month period. By providing extended Medicaid coverage, states are taking a proactive approach to safeguarding the well-being of mothers during this vulnerable period. More States OK Extended Postpartum Medicaid.

Medicaid

Health Leaders | Nursing

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

of full-time NPs seeing Medicare patients and 82% seeing Medicaid patients. Senate in April and would allow NPs, physician assistants, and other APRNs to provide particular services under Medicare and Medicaid. Nearly 90% of NPs are certified in an area of primary care and 70.3%

Nurse Practitioner

Minority Nurse

MAY 19, 2023

for the most vulnerable childbearing populations, including Black mothers and those insured by Medicaid. Recent data show that patients at high risk for severe maternal complications are more likely to give birth in teaching hospitals and have Medicaid as their insurer. Nurses play a central role in the 3.6 million births in U.S.

Medicaid

Daily Nurse

JUNE 30, 2023

NPs provide high-quality healthcare to Medicare and Medicaid patients across all geographic areas and healthcare settings. Yet, despite the high-quality healthcare NPs provide to Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries, barriers still exist within the programs that prevent the effective and efficient delivery of care.

Medicare

American Medical Compliance

AUGUST 29, 2024

By participating in the MSSP, healthcare providers can work collaboratively with community resources to develop comprehensive care plans that address the medical, social, and emotional needs of seniors, promoting independence and enhancing their quality of life.

Medicaid

American Nurse

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Last year, the union spent about $11 million to promote local $25 minimum wage measures in 10 Southern California cities while hospitals and health care facilities spent $12 million against them. If lawmakers approve the bill and Gov. Gavin Newsom signs it, one labor leader estimated, 1.5 Or you just get rid of the worker.”

Medicaid

Relias

APRIL 28, 2023

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) requires all health facilities in the Medicare program to track and report data reflecting pressure injury development on all clients. Caregivers can take action to prevent pressure sores in older clients and avoid negative outcomes that can follow. National Library of Medicine guidance.

Medicare

American Medical Compliance

JUNE 21, 2024

The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) estimated that improper payments in the Medicare and Medicaid programs exceeded $100 billion from 2016 to 2023. This involves promoting ethical behavior, encouraging open communication, and having a zero-tolerance policy towards FWA.

Medicaid

American Medical Compliance

MARCH 15, 2024

Furthermore, it prohibits knowingly submitting false or false claims to Medicare, Medicaid, or other federally funded healthcare programs. False Claims Act Firstly, the False Claims Act is a federal law that imposes liability on individuals and companies that defraud governmental programs by sending false claims for payment.

HIPAA

Council of Public Health Nursing Organizations

MARCH 8, 2024

Hospitals within a rural area with not more than 50 beds or that closed after December 27, 2020, can seek designation as a REH as long as they meet the conditions of participation to participate in Medicare and Medicaid programs. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Rural Hospital Closures. Retrieved March 6, 2024. Government.

Medicaid

Minority Nurse

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Once I understood the role of nurses and patient advocacy, the ability to share health information and care for people and promote health and wellness, that was my epiphany. There are many outdated laws or policies, particularly Medicare and Medicaid. It took me a while to come to that decision on my own.

Nurse Practitioner

American Nurse

JULY 5, 2023

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) provides federal oversight of care quality in all U.S. hospitals that receive Medi­care and Medicaid funding. Hospitals that accept patients with Medicare or Medicaid insurance (approximately 61.4 Why do I have to be accredited by an organization like The Joint Commission?

Medicaid

Capitol Beat

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Recently, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a Request for Information (RFI) entitled Make Your Voice Heard: Promoting Efficiency and Equity Within CMS Programs. In sharing provider experiences, ANA made sure to promote nurse and patient wellbeing and safety issues in its comments.

APRN

Board Vitals - Nursing

AUGUST 30, 2016

Teen pregnancy Increase access to contraceptive counseling by expanding the age and income eligibility levels for Medicaid coverage of family planning services to increase teens’ access to healthcare services, including contraception and other preventive services.

Medicaid

American Nurse

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

2713): The ICAN Act removes outdated Medicare and Medicaid practice barriers placed on Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (APRN’s), promoting patient access to healthcare services delivered by their provider of choice. Improving Care and Access to Nurses (ICAN) Act (S.

Long Term Care

American Medical Compliance

MARCH 13, 2023

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services investigates these cases and prioritizes protecting patients. This training teaches healthcare providers to create transparent work environments that promote an improved patient experience and reduce legal risks. What is Being Done About it?

Medicare

American Nurse

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

This legislation aims to remove Medicare and Medicaid barriers, allowing Advanced Practice Nurses to practice to the full extent of their training and education. To enhance equitable healthcare for all Marylanders and Americans, nurses in Maryland can support the Improving Care and Access to Nurses (ICAN) Act.

Medicaid

Capitol Beat

JANUARY 4, 2024

Not surprisingly, the main focus of advocacy is the federal Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and its subagency, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). ANA’s regulatory engagements, though sometimes overlooked, are an important part of our advocacy on behalf of more than 5 million nurses in the U.S.

APRN

American Nurse

JUNE 13, 2024

Each bill reflects SCNA’s commitment to advancing the profession and promoting the well-being of both healthcare providers and the communities they serve. South Carolina is one of the few states that has not expanded Medicaid. Below is a brief synopsis of each bill.

Telemedicine

Capitol Beat

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

The ICAN Act would remove unnecessary and outdated barriers to providing care for APRNs across the country so they can better care for their patients who are enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid programs. Nurse Advocates at the Capitol promoting the ICAN Act. Nurse Advocates stand with Rep. Names have been changed to protect privacy.

APRN

Health Leaders | Nursing

OCTOBER 16, 2024

Once a clinical standard has been set, CommonSpirit promotes widespread adoption, according to McGinn. "We We are also one of the largest Medicaid providers," McGinn says. "We "There can be three different groups of 20 people each who are multidisciplinary. We summarize their final conclusions." We educate our clinicians about it.

Patient Satisfaction

American Nurse

JULY 2, 2024

This recognition highlights the essential role and special contribution of cannabis nurses to the healthcare system and promotes enhanced integration of cannabis therapies for healthcare consumers across diverse healthcare settings,” said ANA President Jennifer Mensik Kennedy, PhD, MBA, RN, NEA-BC, FAAN. It needs to go further,” she said.

Business

Relias

APRIL 18, 2022

Promoting a culture of knowledge and awareness of current standards of wound care. Promote a Culture of Knowledge and Awareness. For home health agencies, wounds are one of 12 clinical groupings the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) identifies under the Patient-Driven Groupings Model.

Education

American Nurse

MARCH 6, 2024

Improve care, promote the profession Nurses play a key role in patient education, medication management, and prevention of negative health outcomes. Nurse-led QI projects offer opportunities to improve patient care and promote the nursing profession. doi:10.1136/bmj.m865 Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. 2024; 19(3).

Telemedicine

Relias

DECEMBER 21, 2021

For Medicare claims, you already track care quality and report it to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Promoting your high quality and low risk scores in strategic ways will help you garner more home health care referrals. Keep in mind that your impressive reputation requires sustained awareness.

Medicare

Consult QD

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Developed in the United States in the mid-1990s, the care model gained traction when the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) launched the Acute Hospital Care at Home program in November 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Medicaid

American Nurse

DECEMBER 8, 2023

In The Future of Nursing 2020–2030: Charting a Path to Achieve Health Equity , the National Academy of Medicine promotes an interprofessional approach to education and training for nurses to help develop their leadership skills as well as their understanding of health equity, social determinants of health, and population health.

Long Term Care