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Who do you email any MDS clarification questions?
Many of you may have questions once the new MDS is put into play in October 2023. You may be confused on how to code a section. I do see in facebook groups answers being provided which can be helpful. I also see some of the answers that are incorrect. I would suggest to MDS…
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Spring ahead. What does that symbolize for you?
This weekend we changed our clocks to promote daylight to last longer in the day. What does that mean for most of us? Does it mean more time to spend with loved ones at the end of the day. Does it mean more time to spend time outdoors enjoying the sunlight? Does it mean more…
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Do you understand what the MOON form is and how it can impact your Medicare coverage?
Please see Link below for the form that is to be used to inform you that you were in an observation bed and not admitted. It is called the MOON form. https://www.cms.gov/medicare/medicare-general-information/bni/moon This form is to be initiated by hospitals no later than 4/23/23. This is just in time since the 3 day waiver rule…
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Does your parent rely on Medicare for their primary health insurance? You will want to read this.
If your parent has Medicare as their primary health insurance please review the 3 day rule to avoid high costs of short term rehab placement. Today when someone goes to a hospital they usually begin their journey in the Emergency Room. Often they sit there for several hours and may be hooked up to an…
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Do you need help finding a nursing home for your loved one?
I often get calls from friends and family members asking me how they can find a good nursing home for a loved one in need. This is not an easy process due to the emotions that having to place a loved one in a nursing home brings up for them. They usually reach out to…
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I thought I share who I really am with my new connections on this social platform.
This is me when I pivoted from a staff nurse from MGH to Courtyard Nursing Care Center in 1992. I was 28 years old here and pregnant with my second child. It was owned by ADS back then. I have experienced so much in the years from then to now but the relationship that has…
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Have you completed your Advanced Care Planning Document?
It really doesn’t matter if you are 21 or 81. Everyone should consider having an advanced care directive completed. I of course think about this more due to my current age and having had Cancer. I did undergo a long surgical procedure which made me need to think about how I would want to proceed…
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Silence Self Doubt: Embrace the power of Affirmations
http://MariaMessina.mastermind.com/masterminds/44728 About This Product: Are you someone who questions your current self-worth? Do you have negative beliefs about your everyday activities or career path? Do you feel as if life is passing by and your are an observer, not an active participant? Have your ever felt not worthy enough to go for that job promotion.…
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Do you worry about the parent who remains in the community when one is in a nursing home and if they can still afford to stay in the community?
The decision to place one parent in a nursing home and keep one home can be a very difficult one. Unfortunately this is a decision that friends my age have to agonize over. They may have a parent who has Dementia and one that does not but is unable to provide the care to their…