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Areas of Special Attention for Female Quadriplegic Residents in Group Homes

At Direct Care Training & Resource Center, Inc., we are committed to equipping group home operators with the best practices and insights necessary for exceptional long-term care. Caring for female quadriplegics requires a specialized approach that considers medical, personal, and emotional well-being. This memo highlights key areas of attention, including skin integrity, personal hygiene, adaptive […]

Medicaid Reimbursement Rates for Adult Day Care and Adult Day Health Services in Georgia

State Restrictions on Adult Day Care Marketing… The Georgia Department of Community Health regulates the operation of Adult Day Centers, including aspects related to marketing. While specific marketing restrictions are not explicitly detailed in the available regulations, providers are advised to adhere to ethical marketing practices and consult with the DCH for any specific guidelines.  […]

The Value of Regulatory Fact Sheets: A Resource for Adult Day Care Success

For over 20 years, Direct Care Training & Resource Center, Inc. has been a trusted provider of coaching, education, and resources in the adult day care community. Among our many tools, Regulatory Fact Sheets have emerged as a cornerstone resource, tailored to assist aspiring entrepreneurs, managed care organizations, and clinical professionals across multiple jurisdictions. Starting […]

Adapting Documentation Practices for Community-Based Care: A Shift To Hourly Billing…

April 1, 2023 By Bruce W. McCollumLong-Term Care Project Manager and Reimbursement Specialist The evolution of billing practices in community-based care requires those experienced with Medicare and Medicaid platforms to embrace a paradigm shift. While Medicare typically reimburses nursing services on a per-visit basis, non-Medicare cases—such as Michigan no-fault auto insurance or workers’ compensation—demand precise […]

Importance of Quality Continuing Education for Pharmacy Techs

Continuing education for pharmacy technicians is crucial for several reasons, as it ensures that these healthcare professionals remain competent, up-to-date, and capable of providing the best possible care to patients. Here are some key reasons why continuing education is so important for pharmacy technicians:

The Nonsensical Notion: Insisting on Reduced Transportation Cost byRehab Providers Based on Passenger Count…

Our Introduction: In the realm of insurance, the pursuit of cost savings is an ever-present concern for both providers and policyholders. However, when insurers insist on reducing transportation costs provided by rehabilitation transportation providers based on the number of passengers in a vehicle, a peculiar contradiction arises. This practice, although seemingly logical on the surface, […]