Episode #119 | Don't Forget the Basics!

Have you ever wondered what a good SNF “outcome” looks like? Join QRM’s Mark Hyder and Megan Ussery in the latest episode of the #BuzzPodcast as they discuss crucial elements to achieve optimal results.

Three Stars? Five Stars? What’s the difference? ⭐❓ Join Mark Hyder and Megan Ussery in the newest episode of the #BuzzPodcast as they delve into the intricacies of the #CMS 5-Star Program and discuss what the ratings mean for #LTC providers.

Gain valuable insights into the impact of the MDS coordinators' contributions and their indispensable role in maintaining a thriving healthcare environment.Tune in now to elevate your understanding of the pivotal work undertaken by these professionals.

Join QRM's Mark Hyder for a captivating conversation with ADVION Executive VP, Cynthia Morton, as they discuss the recent CMS updates and Cynthia's response to the hypothetical scenario: "If you stumbled upon a genie in a bottle and granted 3 wishes for the SNF industry, what would you wish for?" Check it out now!

This week's episode of the #BuzzPodcast is all about the newly revised Quality Measure User’s Manual. Clinicians, administrators, and operators, are you ready to navigate these crucial updates?Stay informed and tune in!

Are your morning meetings less than inspiring? 🔊 Join us for the latest episode of the #BuzzPodcast, where QRM’s Mark Hyder and Megan Ussery share strategies to transform your daily huddles into a source of productivity and team enjoyment!

Change is difficult, but sometimes we’re so focused on it, we can overlook the basics. Join QRM’s Mark Hyder and Megan Ussery as they discuss some of the important SNF fundamentals you don't want to forget.

In this week's episode of the #BuzzPodcast, Mark Hyder discusses changes to MDS Section J with QRM’s Stacey Hallissey and Megan Ussery. Enjoy this “pain-free” discussion about rating resident pain. Tune in to learn how you can stay ahead of this critical issue!

In the latest episode of the #BuzzPodcast, Mark Hyder is joined by QRM's Director of Reimbursement, Megan Ussery, and Sr. VP of Integrity and Quality Improvement, Stacey Hallissey, to discuss CMS's move from the PHQ-9 to the PHQ-2 to 9 assessment model.

In this week's episode of the #BuzzPodcast, QRM's Mark Hyder and Megan Ussery explore the important topic of "Changes in Skin Integrity Post-Acute Care" and shed light on the newly released Standardized Pressure Injury Prevention Protocol (SPIPP) checklist.Are these changes leading us to embrace a "back to the basics" approach to skin integrity? Tune in now to gain insight and decide for yourself!