Some thoughts on the MDS 3.0...
Those of you who are preparing to implement the new “minimum data set” (aka MDS 3.0) October 1, 2010 may be too busy to notice how far-reaching this change is …and those of us on the sidelines may not be aware of how much work is involved in getting ready to implement this new assessment. Read PANPHA's Blog...

"Comparing Nursing Homes, and Seeing Stars", The New York Times, August 16, 2010, New Old Age Blog
Two years ago, after Senator Ron Wyden, Democrat of Oregon, complained that it was easier for consumers to get information about washing machines than about nursing homes, the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services began revamping its invaluable Web site, Nursing Home Compare, in order to add a rating system. More...

New Program for Uninsured Adults with Pre-existing Conditions - Enrollment Now Open
The PA Insurance Department recently announced a new program called PA Fair Care – Pennsylvania’s health plan for uninsured adults with pre-existing conditions. PA Fair Care will be administered statewide through a contract with Highmark Blue Shield. Benefits will include preventive care, physician services, diagnostic testing, hospitalization, mental health services and prescriptions. More info…

PANPHA Call for Sessions: PANPHA Annual Conference & Exposition in Hershey, June 15-17, 2011
PANPHA is now accepting session proposals for next year’s event in Hershey, PA. We’re seeking original, thought-provoking proposals that will offer providers valuable information and creative ideas for transforming the direction of senior care and services in Pennsylvania. Access PANPHA’s Submission Guidelines and Application – deadline September 8. For submission questions, please contact panpha@aahsa.orgor (202) 508-1212.