News Archives
June 2023 Archives
Below is a list of all of the articles published in the selected month, ordered from most recent to least.
Billing Basics for Care Centers – Register Today
On June 29, 2023 by Sharon Hollister
Join us July 19 and 20 for the virtual conference Billing Basics for Care Centers to learn the fundamentals and skills to accurately bill for services provided and capture appropriate reimbursement.
National LeadingAge Minnesota Partners Form Quality in Assisted Living Collaborative
On June 29, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran
Argentum and LeadingAge, national affiliates of LeadingAge Minnesota, are partnering with the National Association for Regulatory Administration (NARA) to create and launch the Quality in Assisted Living Collaborative (QALC).
Marsh McLennan Agency Now the Preferred Insurance Partner of LeadingAge Minnesota Solutions
On June 29, 2023 by Joe O'Kane
LeadingAge Minnesota Solutions is proud to announce, after a lengthy process, Marsh McLennan Agency (MMA) is the preferred insurance provider of LeadingAge Minnesota members.
Remote Adult Day Services Option Available July 1
On June 29, 2023 by Bobbie Guidry
Adult day services providers can offer a remote service option to clients beginning on July 1. Providers should review the requirements and take steps to receive approval from the Department of Human Services (DHS) if they choose to offer remote services.
DLI Opens Ergonomic Safety Grants Applications for Nursing Homes
On June 29, 2023 by Mark Schulz
The Department of Labor and Industry (DLI) is now accepting grant request applications for its Workplace Safety Grant Program. The legislature provided DLI with $2 million in one-time funding to establish a temporary grant program to assist impacted employers.
2023 Legislative Session Impact: Grant Programs, Loans, and Other Opportunities for Long-Term Care Providers
On June 29, 2023 by Anna Mowry
After a year of historic investments in long-term care, LeadingAge Minnesota has compiled a resource detailing several grant programs and other opportunities funded in the 2023 Minnesota legislative session.
MDS Webinar Series – Section GG on June 27
On June 22, 2023 by Sharon Hollister
Join us next Tuesday for the second webinar in our Minimum Data Set (MDS) series, Section GG: Accurately Capturing Functional Abilities, presented by Colleen Toebe, Director of Consulting Services with Pathway Health. Nursing home administrators, directors of nursing, MDS coordinators, and interdisciplinary team members, including direct care staff, may be interested in the content presented.
New District Officers Elected at June Meetings
On June 22, 2023 by Barbara Landeen
Elections were held to fill several vacant District Officer positions at the recent District Meetings. Each of the seven geographical districts in the state is represented by an elected slate of officers – District Chair, Chair-Elect, Secretary, and District Board Director.
Workforce Tools to Create a Culture of Belonging
On June 22, 2023 by Anna Mowry
Each month, our national partners at LeadingAge share workforce tools to help aging service providers take action in their workforce efforts. This month highlights the important of instilling a culture of inclusivity and belonging.
NLRB Returns to Previous Independent Contractor Test
On June 22, 2023 by Mark Schulz
In a decision published on Jun. 13, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) returned to the FedEx Home Delivery (FedEx II) standard for determining independent contractor status under the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA).
DHS Updates Thresholds for Care Center Property Projects
On June 22, 2023 by Jeff Bostic
The Department of Human Services (DHS) recently announced the updated property rate thresholds that will apply for projects after Oct. 1. There are two thresholds and two different types of property rate increase projects.
Attention Care Centers: Select New QIIP Goals Now
On June 22, 2023 by Jeff Bostic
The Department of Human Services (DHS) recently announced that they have opened the selection process for all care centers in the Medical Assistance program to select a new goal to work on for another round of the Quality Improvement Incentive Payment Program (QIIP). Each year, based on their progress toward the goal they select, care centers receive a rate increase of $0 to $3.50 per resident day for QIIP.
Changes Coming to the Minnesota Nurse Aide Registry
On June 22, 2023 by Anna Mowry
Coming later this summer, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is launching the “Nurse Aide Registry (NAR) Modernization Project,” a project to transition the nurse aide registry to a new digital format. This new and improved NAR portal will allow nurse aides and nursing homes to complete all their updates, reports, and communications electronically within the portal rather than via U.S. mail or email.
2023 Legislative Report Available Now
On June 22, 2023 by Erin Huppert
LeadingAge Minnesota is pleased to share its 2023 Minnesota Session Legislative Report. This written report summarizes what you need to know about the 75 laws sent to the Governor this year impacting aging services, the seniors you care for, when those laws are effective, and the steps you should take next.
LeadingAge Minnesota Welcomes Three New Team Members
On June 15, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran
Three people have recently officially joined LeadingAge Minnesota’s team: James Benedict as the Senior Systems Administrator, Annie Xiong as the Office and Accounting Manager, and Nathalie Squire as the Executive Assistant.
Supreme Court Upholds Resident Right to Sue Publicly Owned SNFs
On June 15, 2023 by Mark Schulz
On Jun. 8, the Supreme Court ruled in a 7-2 vote that nursing home residents and their families can sue publicly owned nursing home facilities under the Federal Nursing Home Reform Act of 1987 (FNHRA).
In-Facility Testing for Nurse Aide Candidates is Expanding this Summer
On June 15, 2023 by Anna Mowry
Coming later this summer, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) announced that it is expanding in-facility nurse aide testing.
Celebrate CNA Week, June 15 – 21
On June 15, 2023 by Anna Mowry
Today marks the start of CNA Week, an annual celebration of the vital work of nursing assistants. Since 1977, the National Association of Health Care Assistants (NAHCA) has observed CNA Week yearly.
Aerosol Generating Procedures Post-PHE
On June 15, 2023 by Kari Everson
Healthcare organizations used N95 or higher-level respirators for all aerosol-generating procedures (AGPs) as a transmission mitigation strategy throughout the public health emergency (PHE).
COVID-19 Facility Risk Assessment Updated
On June 8, 2023 by Kari Everson
LeadingAge Minnesota updated the COVID-19 Facility Risk Assessment and Workbook to reflect a change in the metrics published by the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH).
Workforce Technology Solutions Webinar – Register Today
On June 8, 2023 by Sharon Hollister
Technology solutions can help healthcare providers and support staff provide better care and maintain efficient operations.
2023 Minnesota Legislative Recap and Analysis Webinar Series – Final Webinar June 26
On June 8, 2023 by Sharon Hollister
The Minnesota Legislature adjourned on May 22. Join us on June 26 for our webinar, Impact on Seniors: Analysis of 2023 Legislative Session Outcomes.
Billing Basics for Care Centers – Registration Now Open
On June 8, 2023 by Sharon Hollister
Billing Basics for Care Centers is a two-part virtual conference that helps business office staff learn the fundamentals and skills to accurately bill for services provided and capture appropriate reimbursement. Register your team for this in-depth training designed to help improve your organization’s financial bottom line.
Justin Hughes Named Executive Director of Vista Prairie at Copperleaf
On June 8, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran
Vista Prairie Communities (VPC), a nonprofit provider of assisted living, independent living, memory care, and care suites in Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, and Ohio, has named Justin Hughes the Executive Director of Vista Prairie at Copperleaf in Willmar. He assumes his role on June 12.
Nursing Home Feedback Informs CMS Hospital QSO
On June 8, 2023 by Kari Everson
On June 6, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) released QSO-23-17-Hospitals reinforcing hospital requirements for their role in a cooperative discharge plan for post-acute care settings.
Juneteenth, June 19, Becomes a State-Recognized Holiday in Minnesota
On June 8, 2023 by Mark Schulz
Minnesota now recognizes Juneteenth as a state holiday. Employers should review collective bargaining agreements and policies to ensure compliance with the new law.
Save the Date! Billing Basics for Care Centers is July 19-20
On June 1, 2023 by Sharon Hollister
Billing Basics for Care Centers is a two-part virtual conference that helps business office staff learn the fundamentals and skills to accurately bill for services provided and capture appropriate reimbursement. Register your team now for this in-depth training designed to help improve your organization’s financial bottom line.
MDS Webinar Series – Starts in Two Weeks
On June 1, 2023 by Sharon Hollister
Significant changes to the Minimum Data Set (MDS) patient assessment tool released by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) will be effective Oct. 1. Now is the time for skilled nursing facilities to understand the changes to prepare their staff and settings ahead of the deadline.
Workforce Technology Solutions Webinar – Registration Now Open
On June 1, 2023 by Sharon Hollister
Technology solutions can help healthcare providers and support staff provide better care and maintain efficient operations. Join us on July 13 for Workforce Technology Solutions: Combatting the Workforce Crisis While Improving Care, where you will learn from experienced operators about best practices for implementing new technology, workflows, and systems.
Minnesota Dept. of Vets Affairs Names Eric Meittunen to Deputy Commissioner Role
On June 1, 2023 by Libbie Chapuran
Eric Meittunen has joined the Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs as Deputy Commissioner - Veterans Healthcare. Eric will lead the Healthcare Division with responsibility for our five current and three new Veterans Homes, Adult Day Center, and Veteran Suicide Prevention initiative.