Jimmo v. Sebelius - The Improvement Standard Myth - Part 3 (01/29/14)
Channel: Elder Law with Frank and Mary
Date: 2014-03-05

Atty. Arthur Bergeron and Atty. Mathew Fisher present on the recent changes to the standards for Medicare coverage in nursing homes, sponsored by the Long Term Care Ombudsman Programs of Montachusett Home Care Corporation and Elder Services of the Worcester Area, Inc.. Discussion includes Medicare compliance,  the effect of the Jimmo case settlement on skilled long term care facility residents who have "plateaued", and new documentation requirements for all nursing home residents.