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Mass Senior Care E-News Update - October 21, 2021

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ProCare LTC Pharmacy - ProText

In This Issue:

  • Urgent Action Alert: Call Your Legislators to the Support the Nursing Facility Recovery and Sustainability Proposal
  • EOHHS Medicaid 2022 Rate Public Hearing – October 26, 2021
  • Register for JVS Boston’s Economic Opportunity Forum and 10-Day Job Quality Challenge
  • Register Now for Next Week's Recruitment and Retention Webinar
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - October 14, 2021

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Pharmscript

In This Issue:

  • Take Action Now to Support Mass Senior Care's Nursing Facility Recovery and Sustainability Proposal  
  • NHSN Annual Facility Survey Document
  • Register Now: Leveraging Digital Strategies For Employee Recruitment In Long Term Care
  • Elizabeth Seton Residence Ran the Boston Marathon!
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update: October 7, 2021

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ProCare LTC Pharmacy - ProText

In This Issue:

  • 2022 Medicaid Nursing Facility Rate Regulation Update: (1) Rate Sheets Issued on October 8th and (2) Public Hearing Scheduled for October 26th
  • Take Action Now to Support Mass Senior Care's Nursing Facility Recovery and Sustainability Proposal  
  • Mass Senior Care Testifies in Support of Legislation to Better Meet Care Needs of Residents with Opioid Use Disorder
  • Massachusetts Health Council Annual Awards Celebration on October 26th – Sponsorship Opportunities Available
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Mass Senior Care E-News Update: September 30, 2021

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Marcum LLP

In This Issue:

  • Take Action Now to Support Mass Senior Care's Nursing Facility Recovery and Sustainability Proposal  
  • DPH Reporting Clusters of Influenza and Respiratory Illness
  • Mass Senior Care and Mass Workforce Association Host Webinar on Strengthening Workforce Development Partnerships
  • OIG LEIE Database Updated for August 2021
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Mass Senior Care E-News Update - September 23, 2021

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ProCare LTC Pharmacy - ProText

In This Issue:

  • Mass Senior Care Urges State to Fund Nursing Facility Recovery & Sustainability Proposal
  • Final Chance to Register for Strengthening Long Term Care Workforce Development Partnerships
  • MassHealth Nursing Facility Notice: Completion of Additional MDS Fields: Effective October 1, 2021
  • MassHealth Robotics Processing Automation Survey
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Mass Senior Care E-News Update - September 17, 2021

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Geriatric Medical ad

In This Issue:

  • CDC Data Show 99% of Massachusetts’ Seniors Have Now Received At Least One Dose of the COVID-19 Vaccine
  • CMS National Stakeholder Call
  • MassHealth Nursing Facility Notice: Completion of Additional MDS Fields: Effective October 1, 2021
  • Register Now for September 29th Webinar: Strengthening Long Term Care Workforce Development Partnerships
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update: September 9, 2021

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ProCare LTC Pharmacy – Exclusive Leadership Convention Sponsor

In This Issue:

  • Massachusetts Nursing Facility Vaccination Rates Lead the Nation
  • President Biden Expands Vaccination Requirements for Health Care Settings
  • Chairman Neal Announces Markup of Build Back Better Act
  • DPH Announces a New CNA Testing Provider
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - September 2, 2021

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Harmony Healthcare International

In This Issue:

  • Baker-Polito Administration Announces Expanded Vaccine Requirement for Long-Term Care Providers and Home Care Workers
  • Final Chance To Register: Leadership Convention on Sept. 9th & 10th at Ocean Edge
  • Governor Baker Appoints Matthew Salmon to Assisted Living Advisory Council
  • Register Now for 5 Part Series on Living Life to the End with Dignity, Respect and Understanding
Read more

COVID-19 Updates: August 26, 2021

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Pharmscript

In This Issue:

  • Action Alert – Ask Governor Baker and State Lawmakers to Mandate Vaccines for All Healthcare and Eldercare Workers
  • Final Chance To Register: Leadership Convention on Sept. 9th & 10th at Ocean Edge
  • MassHealth Reminder – MassHealth Copayments
  • FDA Alerts Health Care Providers to Stop Using Certain N95 Respirator
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update: August 19, 2021

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CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

In This Issue:

  • Governor Baker Issues COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate for State Workers; MSCA Confirms DPH State Surveyors Included
  • CMS to Mandate COVID-19 Vaccination for all Nursing Home Employees
  • New #GetVaccinated Handouts Help Answer Common Questions and Implement Mandates
  • Final Chance To Register: Leadership Convention on Sept. 9th & 10th at Ocean Edge
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - August 12, 2021

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ProCare LTC Pharmacy – Exclusive Leadership Convention Sponsor

In This Issue:

  • Register for Leadership Convention: September 9-10th
  • Additional States Require COVID-19 Vaccine for Long Term Care Workers; Mass Senior Care Continues to Support a Statewide Vaccine Mandate for All Health Care Workers
  • Webinar on August 18th: Stay Vigilant Against Covid-19. Prepare. Protect. Prevent.
  • AHCA Webinar Recording: How to Boost Your Staff Vaccination Rates
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - August 6, 2021

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Harmony Healthcare International

In This Issue:

  • Governor Baker Signs Into Law Nursing Home Licensure Special Commission
  • Federal Bill Introduced to Give Medicare Patients More Choice with Home Care
  • DHS Announces Registration Process for Temporary Protected Status for Haiti
  • Register Now for Upcoming Important Programs
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - July 29, 2021

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Pharmscript

In This Issue:

  • Complimentary Concert Tickets Available for New Kids on the Block Concert at Fenway Park
  • Member Spotlight: Copley at Stoughton Administrator Shares How the Facility is Emerging from the COVID-19 Pandemic
  • CDC Updates Guidance for Fully Vaccinated Individuals
  • AHCA Webinar on Boosting Staff Vaccination Rates
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - July 22, 2021

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HealthPRO/Heritage

In This Issue:

  • Legislative Hearing Focuses on Long Term Care Direct Care Workforce Crisis
  • Recent Uptick in COVID-19 Cases Calls for Renewed Vigilance
  • Home Dialysis in Nursing Homes
  • DUA Issues To Employers COVID-19 Recovery Assessment Rate Letter
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update: July 15, 2021

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Marcum LLP

In This Issue:

  • Action Alert: Ask Governor Baker to Support Nursing Facility Care in FY2022 Budget
  • Register Now for Upcoming Important Programs
  • Upcoming AHCA Webinar: Food and Nutrition Survey - Part 2
  • Early Bird Registration Deadline for AHCA/NCAL Convention is July 26th
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - July 8, 021

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ProCare LTC Pharmacy - ProText

In This Issue:

  • Legacy Lifecare and Sherrill House, Mass Senior Care Members, Mandates Vaccine for All Employees
  • EOEA Issues Update on Training on the Prevention and Elimination of Discrimination Based on Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity and Expression
  • Register Now for These Important Education Programs, including July 13th OSHA ETS Webinar
  • Mass Senior Care E-News Update - July 8, 021 > Newsletter Section
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Mass Senior Care E-News Update - July 1, 2021

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Harmony Healthcare International

In This Issue:

  • Mass Senior Care Testifies at Elder Affairs Committee Legislative Hearing
  • Nursing Facility Resident Calls for CNAs to Earn a Living Wage
  • REMINDER – Staff Use of Face Masks Still Required in Long-Term Care Facilities
  • Register Now for These Important Education Programs, including July 13th OSHA ETS Webinar
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - June 24, 2021

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Pharmscript

In This Issue:

  • Massachusetts Vaccination Rates Rank Among Highest in the Nation: Key Strategies to Increase Staff Vaccination Rates
  • State’s Largest Hospital Systems Mandate COVID-19 Vaccine for All Employees
  • Mass Senior Care Association Urges Continued Investment in Nursing Facility Care in FY2022
  • Mass Senior Care Shares CNA Training Opportunities
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - June 18, 2021

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Harmony Healthcare International

In This Issue:

  • Celebrate National Nursing Assistants Week: June 17-24, 2021
  • Member Spotlight: Alliance Health at Rosewood and Brudnick Center for Living Organize Successful Mobile Vaccination Clinics
  • Commonwealth Launches “Mass VaxMillions” Vaccine Lottery Program
  • HHS and CMS: ‘We Can Do This’ COVID-19 Vaccine Campaign Toolkit Webinars
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - June 10, 2021

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ProCare LTC Pharmacy - ProText

In This Issue:

  • MA Congressional Delegation Co-Sign Letter Urging HHS to Release PRF for Long Term Care Providers
  • Mass Senior Care Files Testimony on FFY 2022 Medicare SNF Payment Rule: PDPM Recalibration
  • Member Spotlight: Elizabeth Seton Residence Hosts a Celebration of Life and Memorial Tree Dedication
  • MassMAP Annual Virtual Educational Conference & Tabletop Exercises
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - June 4, 2021

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Partners Pharmacy - AP Passport

In This Issue:

  • Governor Baker Signs Into Law a Bill Addressing (1) Unemployment Insurance Rate Relief/DUA Solvency Assessments and (2) COVID-19 Emergency Paid Sick Leave Program
  • 2021 Bronze Quality Award Recipients Announced – Three Massachusetts Facilities Are Recognized
  • EEOC Coronavirus and COVID-19 Webpage
  • MACs Resume Medical Review on a Post-payment Basis
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - May 27, 2021

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Marcum LLP

In This Issue:

  • Mass Senior Care Offers New COVID-19 Vaccine Resources
  • Legislature Enacts Bill to Address (1) DUA Solvency Assessments and (2) COVID-19 Emergency Paid Sick Leave Program
  • Homeland Security Secretary Mayorkas Designates Haiti for Temporary Protected Status for 18 Months
  • Mass Senior Care Extends Gratitude to DPH Commissioner Monica Bharel for Her Public Service
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Updates - May 20, 2021

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ProCare LTC Pharmacy - ProText

In This Issue:

  • COVID-19 Vaccine: Digital Day of Action - Friday, May 21
  • Mass Senior Care Continues to Offer Resources to Assist with Increasing Vaccination Rates
  • Healthcare Provider Cybersecurity Monthly Call – June 10th
  • Long Term Care Nurses Recognized in 2021 Boston Globe Salute to Nurses
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - May 14, 2021

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ProCare LTC Pharmacy - ProText

In This Issue:

  • Senate Ways & Means Committee Issues FY 2022 Budget Recommendation
  • Mass Senior Care Shares Key Strategies to Increase COVID-19 Vaccination Rates and Address Hesitancy
  • Mass Senior Care Members Celebrate National Skilled Nursing Care Week
  • Cognitive & Mood Assessment Four-Course Training Series for Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) Providers
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - May 6, 2021

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Harmony Healthcare International

In This Issue:

  • Mass Senior Care’s Spring Conference Addresses Regulatory and Workforce Challenges; Introduces QI Initiative on End-of-Life Care
  • Alzheimer’s Advisory Council Releases Massachusetts State Plan on Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias
  • EOHHS Issues Proposed July 1, 2021 Temporary Nursing Service Agency Regulation
  • Register Now for Upcoming Spring Webinars!
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - April 29, 2021

Sponsored by: 

CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

In This Issue:

  • Mass Senior Care’s 2021 Virtual Spring Conference
  • Take Action Now: Ask Your State Senator to Support Nursing Facility Care in FY2022
  • Check Out the Spring Education Calendar!  New Programs Just Added!
  • 2021 National Skilled Nursing Care Week (NSNCW)
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - April 22, 2021

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HealthPRO/Heritage

In This Issue:

  • Take Action Now: Ask Your State Senator to Support Nursing Facility Care in FY2022
  • Register Now for Mass Senior Care’s 2021 Virtual Spring Conference!
  • Check Out the Spring Education Calendar! 
  • CEU Requirements for Nursing Home Administrators
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - April 16, 2021

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ProCare LTC Pharmacy - ProText

In This Issue:

  • House Ways & Means Committee Issues FY 2022 Budget Recommendation
  • Updated Vaccination Options for Long Term Care Residents and Staff following the Federal Pharmacy Partnership Program
  • Register Now for Life Safety Code Webinar
  • MSCA Welcomes New Members – April 2021
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - April 8, 2021

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Partners Pharmacy - AP Passport

In This Issue:

  • Action Alert: Ask Your State Representative to Support Nursing Facility Care in FY 2022
  • CMS Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNF)/Long Term Care (LTC) Open Door Forum  
  • CMS Training on D0200. Resident Mood Interview (PHQ-9©) and D0300
  • Clinical Quality & Regulatory & Survey Committee Meetings – May 2021
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - April 2, 2021

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BerryDunn

In This Issue:

  • Connected Foundation Offers Free Activities to Help Prevent Social Isolation
  • CHIA Issues Nursing Facility 2020 Cost Report Update: Due June 4, 2021
  • AHRQ New Nursing Home Resources Aimed at Preventing COVID-19
  • DPH Annual Surveys - Please Send Us Your Feedback
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update: March 25, 2021

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ProCare LTC Pharmacy - ProText

In This Issue:

  • Massachusetts MOLST to POLST transition and Electronic Registry Initiative
  • Massachusetts Department of Public Health Guidance Reopen Approach for Health Care Providers Phase 4: New Normal
  • DPH Annual Surveys Resume
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - March 18, 2021

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Geriatric Medical

In This Issue:

  • US Senate Hearing on Nursing Home COVID-19 Impact: Focus on Staffing Levels, Ownership Structure and Data Transparency
  • State Senate Debating the COVID-19 Recovery Bill Today
  • DPH Annual Surveys Resume
  • CMS Provides Resources for Family Members on Visitation
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - March 11, 2021

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ProCare LTC Pharmacy - ProText

In This Issue:

  • CMS Releases Revised Guidance on Nursing Home Visitation
  • Massachusetts Travel Restrictions Revised for Individuals Fully Vaccinated
  • MassHealth Transportation Information for Providers
  • MSCA Offering Virtual Sessions on Meeting Staff Needs for Trauma Informed Care & Support in 2021
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - March 4, 2021

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Harmony Healthcare International

In This Issue:

  • Take Action to Support Nursing Home Legislation
  • Mass Senior Care Testifies at Two Important Public Hearings: (1) MassHealth NF Rates and (2) DPH LTCF Licensure Amendments
  • Changes to the Long-term Care Facility Licensure Renewal Application
  • 2021 National Skilled Nursing Care Week (NSNCW)
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - February 25, 2020

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Marcum LLP

In This Issue:

  • Massachusetts nursing homes make ‘significant strides’ amid coronavirus vaccine rollout
  • Mass Senior Care Testifies at Public Hearing on Health Equity
  • Nominations Open: 2021 National Compassionate Caregivers of the Year Award
  • Register Now for Upcoming Education Webinars: New Value Based Payment Program Just Added
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - February 18, 2021

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Harmony Healthcare International

In This Issue:

  • Boston Herald Publishes Article on Dramatic Drop in Coronavirus Death Rate in Nursing Facilities
  • Reminder: COVID-19 Vaccine Video Available in Multiple Languages
  • Register Now for Upcoming Education Webinars: New Value Based Payment Program Just Added
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - February 11, 2021

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ProCare LTC Pharmacy - ProText

In This Issue:

  • COVID-19 Vaccine Educational Videos Available in Multiple Languages
  • Action Alert – Contact Your Member of Congress
  • EOHHS Posts Recording of Direct Care Cost-Quotient Webinar
  • Dream Flight Opportunity for WWII Veterans
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - February 4, 2021

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CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen)

In This Issue:

  • DPH Re-Issues Proposed LTCF Licensure Regulation Revisions: Square Footage Changes Would Apply Only to New Construction – Hearing March 1st
  • Updates to Visitation Conditions, Communal Dining, and Congregate Activities in Long-Term Care Facilities
  • COVID-19 Vaccine Materials for Long Term Care Staff, Residents and Family Members
  • Register Now for Upcoming Education Webinars – Ransomware Webinar is Next Thursday
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - January 28, 2021

In This Issue:

  • AHCA Releases New Webinar Series: Grief, Trauma & the Impact of COVID-19 on Residents and Staff
  • Register Now for Upcoming Education Webinars
  • In Memoriam: Walter Ohanian
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update -January 21, 2021

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ProCare LTC Pharmacy - ProText

In This Issue:

  • New DPH Determination of Need Program Listserv
  • Register Now for Upcoming Education Webinars
  • Workforce Resources for Mass Senior Care Members
  • Quality Award Deadline is Quickly Approaching!
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - January 14, 2021

In This Issue:

  • Mass Senior Care Develops a CNA Training Guide for Members
  • Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave Update
  • CMS Officially Withdraws Proposed Medicaid Fiscal Accountability Rule (MFAR)
  • High School Group Donates PPE to Nursing Facilities
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - January 7, 2021

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ProCare LTC Pharmacy

In This Issue:

  • Roll-out of COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics Off to a Smooth Start
  • COVID-19 Updates: January 7, 2021
  • Mass Senior Care Welcomes New Associate Member
  • Save the Date for Mass Senior Care's 2021 Spring Conference
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - December 31, 2020

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Power Management

In This Issue:

  • COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics Offer Hope to Long Term Care Staff and Residents
  • Congressional Delegation Advocates for Additional Vaccination Clinic at LTC Facilities
  • Arming Ourselves Against COVID-19 Resources Translated Into Four Languages
  • NHSN Data Upload Issues Reported
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - December 17, 2020

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Alliance Health Management Services

In This Issue:

  • Mass Senior Care Members Prepare For COVID-19 Vaccine
  • 2020 FOUNDATION SCHOLARS ANNOUNCED
  • Happy Holidays from Mass Senior Care Association
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - December 10, 2020

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Power Management

In This Issue:

  • National COVID-19 Action Network Update: Week 4 ECHO Sessions
  • CDC Highlights Two Massachusetts Infection Prevention Success Stories
  • Mass Senior Care Welcomes New Members – December 2020
  • An Infection Control Program That Fully Prepares Your Staff for Today's Challenges
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - December 3, 2020

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Alliance Health Management Services

In This Issue:

  • CDC Places Long Term Care Residents and Staff at Highest Priority for COVID-19 Vaccine
  • Nursing homes lack the resources of other institutions. They aren’t states, they aren’t cities, they aren’t major hospital systems.
  • Massachusetts Senior Care Association and Hebrew SeniorLife Lead 300 Nursing Homes in Nationwide Initiative To Fight Covid-19 Infection In Nursing Homes
  • Long Term Care Facilities Celebrate Thanksgiving Holiday
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - November 25, 2020

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Partners Pharmacy

In This Issue:

  • Mass Senior Care Association Hosts 1st Virtual Annual Meeting
  • CMP Funds for In-person Visitation Aids: Application Deadline is November 30, 2020
  • Wishing Everyone A Safe and Happy Thanksgiving!
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - November 12, 2020

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Partners Pharmacy

In This Issue:

  • Register Now for Mass Senior Care’s Virtual Annual Meeting
  • REMINDER: MassHealth HPPD Webinar on November 13th
  • Mass Senior Care Testifies at Two Important Public Hearings
  • CMP Funds for In-person Visitation Aids: Application Deadline is November 30, 2020
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update: November 5, 2020

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BerryDunn

In This Issue:

  • Register Now for Mass Senior Care’s Virtual Annual Meeting
  • Reminder: DPH Schedules Public Hearing on Proposed Licensure Regulation
  • DPH Updates to Visitation Conditions, Communal Dining, and Congregate Activities in Long-Term Care Facilities
  • Register Now for Important Webinar: Protect Your Power Source: Ensuring Diesel Fuel Reliability
Read more

Mass Senior Care E-News Update - October 29, 2020

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Clean Facilities Group

In This Issue:

  • Cybercrime Threat to U.S. Hospitals and Healthcare Providers
  • FINAL REMINDER: MassHealth Reporting and Attestation De-Densification Filing Deadline is October 30, 2020  
  • FINAL REMINDER: October 30th Deadline for Eligibility in MassHealth Targeted Isolation Space Program
  • SNFs Must Upgrade to NHSN SAMS Level-3 Access to Meet CLIA Reporting Requirements
Read more

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