Money moves
Pennsylvania Announces One-Time Medicaid Payment
SNFs will receive a one-time supplemental payment averaging $45,000 per facility from federal relief funds.
Policy watch
CMS Updates Guidance on Transfer of Health Information
New expectations clarify requirements for sharing records during care transitions.
Heads up
Water Main Break Disrupts Care at Ohio Facility
Emergency response activated after loss of water pressure in 120-bed building.
Deal watch
Regional Nonprofit Expands Through Merger
Two faith-based systems combined operations to create 28-facility network.
The bottom line
Staffing, spending, and scrutiny remain the defining themes as facilities serve their communities.