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Articles related to focusing on healthy aging, prevention, mobility, cognition, nutrition, independence, and caregiving support.

Oct 21, 2025

4 min

How to improve quality measures in long-term care?

According to CMS, improving long-term care outcomes is a national priority, with quality measures playing a critical role in facility ratings. Learning **how to improve quality measures in long-term care** is essential for enhancing resident well-being and achieving higher performance scores, including better CMS star ratings.

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Oct 17, 2025

6 min

What is an RCA in a nursing home? Exploring its Two Key Meanings

According to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Root Cause Analysis is a key part of the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) program in nursing homes. To understand what is an RCA in a nursing home, it's crucial to distinguish between a vital staff role and a critical safety process.

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