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MDH Offers One-Time PPE Request Opportunity

On November 30, 2023 by Kari Everson

The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is currently offering a one-time disbursement of personal protective equipment (PPE) to improve infection prevention capacity in assisted living organizations and nursing homes.

Year-End Assisted Living Audits and the Essential Guide

On November 30, 2023 by Bobbie Guidry

As 2023 ends, assisted living settings should consider auditing compliance with required postings and procedures.

Assisted Living Licensing Data from MDH

On November 16, 2023 by Bobbie Guidry

The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) shared information about current licensees and changes during 2023 at last week’s LeadingAge Minnesota Assisted Living Committee.

MDH Webinar on Conducting Internal Investigations for Assisted Living and Home Care

On November 16, 2023 by Bobbie Guidry

Join the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is hosting a webinar on how to conduct internal investigations for assisted living and home care providers. The webinar will be held on Nov. 17 from noon to 1 p.m.

Side Rails: Continued Focus to Ensure Safe Use and CMS, MDH Compliance

On October 26, 2023 by Kari Everson

During regulatory surveys in both assisted living communities and nursing homes, side rails and other bed assistive devices are a continued focal point.

MDH to Pass Background Studies Cost to Providers

On October 12, 2023 by Erin Huppert

On Monday, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) convened a meeting with LeadingAge Minnesota and other provider o

Assisted Living Resident Sought for Home Care and Assisted Living Program Advisory Council

On September 7, 2023 by Bobbie Guidry

A person who is or has been a resident in an assisted living facility is sought to serve as a public member of the Home Care and Assisted Living Program Advisory Council.

​​​​​​​Continuing Education Requirements for Assisted Living Directors Clarified by BELTSS

On August 24, 2023 by Bobbie Guidry

The Board of Executives for Long-Term Services and Supports (BELTSS) affirmed that the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) continuing education for directors of assisted living with dementia care is required by 144G, not the rules for licensed assisted living directors administered by BELTSS.

Navigating the Care Center Moratorium Exceptions Process Webinar – Aug. 22

On August 10, 2023 by Sharon Hollister

The Navigating the Care Center Moratorium Exceptions Process webinar on Aug. 22 will help care center staff evaluate whether to apply for a moratorium exception and provide an understanding of the various options for implementing property projects and the potential rate impacts of those options.

DHS Receives Report Endorsing Continuing RUGs Case Mix

On August 10, 2023 by Jeff Bostic

A report commissioned by the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) recommends the ongoing use of RUGs case mix, despite upcoming changes to the Minimum Data Set (MDS) from the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services (CMS).

Navigating the Care Center Moratorium Exceptions Process Webinar – Register Today

On August 3, 2023 by Sharon Hollister

The Navigating the Care Center Moratorium Exceptions Process webinar will help care center staff evaluate whether to apply for a moratorium exception and provide an understanding of the various options for implementing property projects and the potential rate impacts of those options.

Top New Laws Starting Aug. 1

On August 3, 2023 by Mark Schulz

Several new laws became effective before or on Aug. 1 and impact senior care services in the state. While you can review more information about these changes and more in the 2023 Legislative Report, we have provided links to Advantage articles for topics previously discussed for easy reference and review.

MDH to Implement Optional State Assessment Starting October 1

On July 27, 2023 by Jeff Bostic

This morning, the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) announced that as of Oct. 1, it will be implementing an Optional State Assessment (OSA) as part of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessment done by all care centers.

Navigating the Care Center Moratorium Exceptions Process Webinar – Registration Open

On July 27, 2023 by Sharon Hollister

The Navigating the Care Center Moratorium Exceptions Process webinar will help care center staff evaluate whether to apply for a moratorium exception and provide an understanding of the various options for implementing property projects and the potential rate impacts of those options.

Moratorium Exceptions Process Application Now Posted

On July 27, 2023 by Jeff Bostic

The application materials for another round of the nursing facility moratorium exceptions process were recently posted on the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) website.

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.

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.

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).

Dining and Activity Visitor Attendance

On June 1, 2023 by Kari Everson

The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) recently clarified with LeadingAge Minnesota when families and visitors can share a meal with a resident in the dining room or attend activities. According to MDH, organizations should continue infection prevention and control practices and complete a facility risk assessment to determine visitor attendance in congregate dining settings and activities.

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