Survey readiness is not an option in today’s skilled nursing environment.  The Department of Health (DOH) can enter your facility at any time, whether on a complaint or for an annual survey. If DOH walked through your doors today, is your facility prepared? The staffing challenges the healthcare industry is facing leads to a high rate of staff turnover.  Is your current staff prepared for a survey?  Do they know the facility’s policies and procedures? How would they respond to surveyor questions?  How would they score on a medication pass or treatment
Harrisburg, PA – LW Consulting, Inc. (LWCI) is proud to announce that President and CEO Harriett Wall has once again been named to Women We Admire’s Top 50 Women Leaders of Maine, earning this distinction for the second consecutive year. This continued recognition underscores Harriett’s sustained leadership, impact, and dedication to excellence within the healthcare consulting industry. The Top 50 Women Leaders of Maine list celebrates women who demonstrate exceptional leadership and commitment within their
Last week, we were anxiously awaiting a decision on the extension of the telehealth waiver, with the shutdown of the government looming over the proposed bill. Congress swiftly made some changes to the bill that included the extension, and resulted in a signed bill that will allow us to breathe for a little longer, through December 31, 2027.  The new expiration date of December 31, 2027, will, hopefully, provide an extended window for permanent legislation