Rehab Continuum Report Archives – December 1, 2004
December 1, 2004
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AMRPA Conference Coverage: Improvement in recording patient assessment scores affects PPS
Performance improvement and staff education about PPS are as important in 2005 as they were five years ago when the rehab industry was anticipating the change, experts say. -
AMRPA Conference Coverage: Victims of violence go public for prevention
Imagine training young men who survived being shot in the head or back during gang violence to speak with children and youths about avoiding violent situations, helping not only the children but also the ex-gangsters by giving them a meaningful role to perform despite their severe injuries. -
AMRPA Conference Coverage: Don’t assume the 75% rule will be modified
In the era of continual regulatory changes for rehab providers, its very important to stay focused on following the conditions of participation rules since these provide the best guide for compliance, an expert advises. -
Consider partnering with long-term care facilities
Rehab providers can provide some obvious benefits to long-term care facilities by providing a service that will increase residents independence, such as in an assisted-living facility, to help nursing home residents improve their mobility and strength. However, arranging a contract with a long-term care facility requires some planning and knowledge about how the system works. -
Words from the other side: Lawyers, slips, and falls
Youve probably got a defense attorney or two giving you advice on how to avoid liability in slip-and-fall cases, but wouldnt it be great to hear from the other side? Imagine if a plaintiffs attorney explained, Heres how to win when my client sues you. -
Why JCAHO cares about hospital ergonomics
The Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations wants you to use ergonomic interventions. -
Prepare your hospital for a very unusual flu season
In response to the national shortage of vaccine, Thomson American Health Consultants has developed an influenza sourcebook to ensure you and your hospital are prepared for what you may face this flu season.