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02/20/2026

is placing increased emphasis on falls prevalence captured through the 3.0 Facility-Level Quality Measure when determining Special Focus Facility candidates.

As regulatory scrutiny expands, accurate MDS coding and consistent documentation play a critical role in how facility performance is evaluated, not just reimbursed.

’s MDS oversight and audit services strengthen alignment between documentation and the care delivered. Learn more at

Source: https://bit.ly/4k8kgNz (McKnight's Long-Term Care News)

CMS will change how it selects candidates for the Special Focus Facility Program to put more emphasis on falls, the agency announced Wednesday.

02/16/2026

Today, we recognize the lives and achievements of our nation’s great leaders. Happy !

02/10/2026

The first session of the year wrapped up last week, and a new group of future and is one step closer to licensure.

At , we’re cheering you on. All those hours of studying, clinicals, and preparation have led to this moment!

If you’re ready to begin your career with a team that supports growth, mentorship, and real impact, we’re placing new grads across our client facilities nationwide.

Explore opportunities and take the next step:
https://qrmhealth.com/facility-positions/

02/05/2026

The Government Funding Bill has been signed into law, delivering a key win with a two-year extension of telehealth through December 31, 2027.

Highlights include:
✔️ No geographic restrictions on telehealth
✔️ PT, OT, and ST may continue providing Medicare-covered telehealth services
✔️ One-year extension of the 1.0 Work GPCI floor

This outcome reflects the impact of continued advocacy and the importance of expanded access to care for our residents.

Learn more in our latest 👉 https://bit.ly/4bvBL8m

Once again, advocacy efforts have paid off as the final Government Funding Bill was signed into law (HR 7148) on February 3, 2026. This includes a two-year extension of telehealth through December 31, 2027.   Additional details impacting rehab include: The government is now funded through Septembe...

02/02/2026

At , we’re proud to support the care teams who make a difference for patients every day. Helping strengthen the systems behind better care and outcomes is a role we’re honored to play.

01/29/2026

From new graduates to seasoned professionals, offers mentorship, training, and support for individuals employed at a QRM-serviced facility. Each program is designed to help you grow, build confidence, and thrive in a long-term care career.

Ready to get started? Apply today: www.qrmhealth.com/university

01/26/2026

leaders are navigating a new reality. Residents are arriving with higher acuity, expectations for outcomes are rising, and falls remain one of the leading reasons residents leave a community.

’s Senior Living Solutions bring rehab in-house, enabling a more proactive approach through stronger collaboration across wellness, therapy, and home health programs, with greater transparency and control over therapy services.

The result is stronger prevention, clearer program awareness, and added confidence for leadership, residents, and families.

Learn more: QRMhealth.com/contact

01/21/2026

There’s a lot of noise out there suggesting therapy isn’t as necessary as it used to be.

Here’s the truth. It is, and it’s required.

Under OBRA, SNFs must provide individualized services that help residents maintain their highest practicable level of function and prevent avoidable decline.

When therapy is done well, residents thrive and your facility stays compliant. When it’s not, surveyors will notice. F825 focuses specifically on specialized rehab, and gaps in your program will show up quickly during a review.

You don’t have to navigate this alone. That’s what we’re here for.

Make sure your therapy program checks every box: QRMhealth.com/contact

01/14/2026

In March 2025, partnered with a new client who was struggling to manage programming while serving 45+ skilled patients. After implementing our expert oversight and dedicated support, the facility began seeing significant improvements.

stepped in with:
✔️ Complete onboarding of therapy staff
✔️ Remote DOR coverage for added support
✔️ Integration of Quality Measure reviews

The result? The LTC population experienced significantly improved care, with average monthly patients treated increasing from 3 to 25.

See how can help your operation achieve measurable success: QRMHealth.com

01/12/2026

Today’s Medicare programs reward facilities that deliver results and penalize those that don’t.

Value-Based Purchasing, QRP, the Five Star Program. They’re tied directly to your revenue.

Fewer rehospitalizations = better scores
Fewer F-tags = stronger performance

This is where therapy matters more than ever, not just for care but for the performance of your operation.

Rehab contributes to the outcome measures drives. Working hand in hand with nursing, strengthens care delivery and aligns your therapy program with what Medicare measures.

Let’s make it your competitive edge: QRMhealth.com/contact

01/07/2026

RVP Andrea Thrasher and her team met with our clients to align strategy and define a clear vision for the year ahead, diving deep into the work that drives outcomes across clinical, operational, and financial performance.

From strategy and data-driven reviews to managed care solutions, talent acquisition, compliance, audit training, and process alignment, this meeting was all about sharpening ex*****on and strengthening our .

01/01/2026

Happy New Year from all of us at ! Wishing you a bright start to 2026 and a year full of possibilities. #2026