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September 6, 2024
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Podcast
September 4, 2024
PALTtalk | Navigating Conversations and the Latest Science on COVID-19 Vaccine (Part 2 of 2)
In Episode 2 of our two-part series, host Elizabeth Sobczyk, MSW, MPH, and special guest Leslie Eber, MD, CMD, share practical strategies for clinicians to enhance conversations about the COVID-19 vaccine and highlight leadership actions that have successfully increased vaccination rates in PALTC. We also ...
Podcast
September 3, 2024
PALTtalk Special Edition: Navigating Conversations and the Latest Science on COVID-19 Vaccine (Part 2 of 2)
PALTmed In The News
September 3, 2024
Association chief disputes study finding that thousands of nursing homes didn’t have a medical director in 2023
More than one-third of US nursing homes did not have a medical director onsite during the first quarter of 2023, according to new study findings, which were strongly rebuffed by the head of the Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medical Association.
JAMDA
September 3, 2024
The Impact of Unions on US Direct Care Workers in Long-Term Care Settings: A Systematic Review
To meet a growing demand for direct care workers (DCWs) in the United States, structural, organizational, and policy-related solutions are needed. Unionization of the workforce may be one such mechanism; however, its impact on outcomes remains poorly understood. To examine the impact of unionization on DCW...
JAMDA
August 30, 2024
Oral Anticoagulant Use and Post-Fall Mortality in Long-Term Care Home Residents
Long-term care (LTC) residents are susceptible to falling and the risk of subsequent morbidity and mortality may be compounded with concurrent anticoagulation use. Uncertainty exists around the benefit and harm of anticoagulation use for residents with a high risk for falls because of concerns of major ble...
Policy Snapshot
August 30, 2024
CMS Issues FAQ Addressing Code G2211
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has posted a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document for code G2211, which is an office and outpatient (O/O) evaluation and management (E/M) visit complexity add one code. All medical professionals who can bill O/O E/M visits (CPT codes 99202-99205, ...
Policy Snapshot
August 30, 2024
PALTmed Joins Push to Pass Good Samaritan Legislation
The Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medical Association (PALTmed), along with a long list of members of the Health Coalition on Liability and Access (HCLA), supports bipartisan Good Samaritan legislation and continues to advocate for additional cosponsors. They highlight the need to empower medical volunteer...
Spotlight
August 29, 2024
You Know a PALTC Hero! Now Take the Time to Let the Country Know.
Being recognized and honored nationally by your colleagues is a significant moment in the life of any professional. It validates their sacrifices, hard work, and contributions, and it celebrates their accomplishments, dedication, and passion. You have an opportunity to recognize a PALTmed peer and say ‘tha...
Podcast
August 29, 2024
PALTtalk Special Edition: The Practical Two-Part Series | Navigating Access and Billing Challenges for COVID-19 Vaccine (Part 1 of 2)
Tools, knowledge, and recognition to improve vaccination rates and protect residents and staff.
