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Confused by leave of absence versus interrupted stay? This #LeaderfortheNAC article clarifies the differences, explains how EHR census designations can lead to errors, and outlines the compliance, billing, PDPM, and MDS implications of misclassification: ow.ly/W91J50YVRyN

Listen to AAPACN's SVP of Engagement, Janine Finck-Boyle discuss the workforce challenges faced by nursing homes and how new federal funding can provide help in this podcast interview with Patient Safety & Quality Healthcare. #LTPAC #SNF Listen now: ow.ly/LcCi50YVCyw

There is still time to register for our next live webinar on May 7. This free member benefit is a quick and easy way to stay informed about changes that may effect how you do your job. #webinars #LTPAC #nurseeducation #NursingCEs Register now: ow.ly/Cuw450YP8KA

Read the latest AAPACN Leading in Care Blog, "How to Advance Your Career as a Director of Nursing Services (DNS) – Part Three: Proficient Level." ow.ly/mTyZ50YS63b #DNS #Blog #CareerAdvancement

There is sill time to register for our next live webinar on April 30. This free member benefit is a quick and easy way to stay informed about changes that may effect how you do your job. #webinars #LTPAC #nurseeducation #NursingCEs Register now: ow.ly/tFYb50YMmzv

Read the latest article by AAPACN Sr. Curriculum Development Specialist, @JessieM_AAPACN, in Provider Magazine, "Understanding the Long-Stay Antipsychotic Quality Measure." ow.ly/A0rZ50YO7js #QualityMeasures #SNF

AAPACN Chief Nursing Officer, Amy Stewart, shares "9 Smart Cost-Control Strategies to Balance Quality and Margin" in this latest Provider article: ow.ly/VLUF50YNZYE #LTPAC #QualityCare

There is still time to register for our next live webinar on April 23. This free member benefit is a quick and easy way to stay informed about changes that may effect how you do your job. #webinars #LTPAC #nurseeducation #NursingCEs Register now: ow.ly/L6x650YHc8L

Slips, trips, and fragile bones. Not all fractures are created equal when it comes to ICD-10-CM coding. This week's #LeaderfortheNAC article clarifies the differences between traumatic and pathologic fractures in ICD-10-CM and #MDS coding: aapacn.org/type/article/i… #LTPAC #ICD-10

CMS maps out big changes over the next four years. Read this #LeaderfortheNAC article for highlights on the FY 2027 SNF PPS Proposed Rule: aapacn.org/type/article/c… #LTPAC #MDS #skillednursing #nurseleader

Explore incentive spirometry through a clinical and documentation lens, focusing on resident care, nursing judgment, and alignment with PDPM documentation expectations in this month's #NavigatorfortheDNS article : ow.ly/soot50YGifg #LTPAC #nurseleader #Limitlessli

Breaking News: CMS releases FY 2027 SNF PPS Proposed Rule

Seasonal celebrations come with an abundance of sweet treats. Take a moment to review the ICD-10-CM coding guidance for diabetes and the broader coding conventions that affect accurate code assignment in this week's #LeaderfortheNAC: ow.ly/FCPb50YCkwq #LTPAC #ICD-10

Strong leadership starts at the top! Tune in to the latest LTC DON Chat podcast: "Aligned at the Top: The DNS/Administrator Partnership" to explore how collaboration drives success in long-term care. Listen now: ow.ly/4Mc850YASy9 #NurseLeadership #LTC

Ask the nursing expert about… handling difficult surveyors ow.ly/WkQF50YAScQ @AmyS_AAPACN @mcknightsltcn #NursingSurvey #NursingExpert #LTC

When a resident's ability to walk independently worsens, it's rarely just a functional decline. Read this #LeaderfortheNAC article for a deeper look into the long-stay MDS 3.0 QM, Percent of Residents Whose Ability to Walk Independently Worsened. #LTPAC ow.ly/G48y50YyNrR

CMS Leader Talks Risk-Based Surveys, Staffing Campaign, Survey Hot Spots ow.ly/UeW050YxMVp @skilled_nursing @CMSgov @AmyS_AAPACN #AAPACN2026 #RiskBasedSurveys #StaffingCampaign #Antipsychotics #QualityMeasures

AAPACN was honored to have Evan Shulman, Director of the Division of Nursing Homes at @CMSGov, present during the Closing Catalyst Session to share insights on current CMS priorities, regulatory updates, and the future direction of nursing home care. #AAPACN2026

During the #AAPACN2026 Conference, @JessieM_AAPACN, will present, “From Sand to Solid Ground: Strengthening Your Understanding of Falls and Major Injury” on March 19. Listen to a sneak peek: ow.ly/cYWw50YvB8Q #QualityMeasures #NAC #Podcast #AAPACN2026 #NursingConference

The much-anticipated #AAPACN2026 Conference breakout session, "The MDS in Court - How Does Yours Stand Up?" by Janine Lehman with @ProactiveReview is coming up today at 2pm ET! Get a sneak peek in this LTC NAC Chat podcast episode: ow.ly/YKVg50YvBOu #NAC #MDS #Podcast