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New Federal Rule: Electronic Claims Attachments and What It Means for Us

  Effective: May 26, 2026 Compliance Deadline: May 26, 2028 What’s Changing The federal government has finalized a rule requiring standardized electronic submission of “claims attachments.” The clinical documentation that supports…
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Trouble Swallowing?

Swallowing may seem easy, but every time you eat, drink, or even swallow saliva, your body is performing a complex process to move food safely from your mouth to your stomach. As we get older, swallowing can become more challenging. Muscles…
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OIG Fall 2025 Semiannual Report: New Compliance Pressures for Skilled Nursing Providers

The Fall 2025 Semiannual Report to Congress from the Office of Inspector General (OIG) offers more than a summary of enforcement activity; it provides a window into how healthcare oversight is evolving. While the report spans the full healthcare…
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5 Million Steps Forward — One Clear Direction: Better Outcomes.

HTS was thrilled to welcome the OneStep team onsite to connect with our operations and therapy teams at Providence Health Care! During the visit, HTS was honored with a special award recognizing 5,000,000 recorded measurements across our…
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Spring Into Energy

  It’s Spring! The sun is out and the days are longer, making it the perfect time to move a little more. After months of winter, many of us feel slower or low on energy. Small daily habits can help you feel stronger, steadier, and…
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HTS Advocacy in Action: Major Wins in 2025!

In 2025, HTS played a pivotal role in ADVION’s national advocacy initiatives, with Sheena Mattingly, EVP of Quality & Compliance, serving as HTS’s primary representative. Through her leadership, HTS brought real-world insight to national…
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Indiana Medicaid Rates Are Shifting, and PDPM Is Just Around the Corner

Change is underway for nursing facility Medicaid reimbursement in Indiana, and while some updates take effect sooner than others, all of them are worth providers’ attention now. An official announcement has been released outlining changes…
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Shutdown Rules, Survey Reality: What Providers Need to Know Now

A federal government shutdown creates uncertainty across many areas of healthcare oversight, and survey activity is no exception. To address this, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has re-issued updated guidance clarifying…
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Why Your Body Feels Different After Winter

As winter comes to an end, you may notice that your body does not feel quite like it used to. Your joints may feel stiff, your muscles might seem weaker, or you may feel a little unsteady walking across the room. You are not imagining it. Many…
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Beyond the Chart: How CMS Is Validating SNF MDS Data in 2026

CMS has launched a new SNF Data Validation Process to verify the accuracy of quality measure data derived from the Minimum Data Set (MDS) used in both the Skilled Nursing Facility Quality Reporting Program (QRP) and the SNF Value-Based Purchasing…
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Therapy Myth-Busters

Many older adults hold misconceptions about therapy that can prevent them from getting the care they need. Let’s bust some common myths and see how therapy can support your health, independence, and quality of life.   Myth #1: “I’m…
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Using CPT 97530 Correctly: The “-ing” Code Misunderstood

In skilled nursing facilities, CPT 97530 (Therapeutic Activities) is one of the most functionally rich, clinically powerful interventions therapists can provide. Yet despite its value, it is often misunderstood, misapplied, and underutilized. Many…
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