by Functional Pathways | Thursday, January 9, 2020 | Clinical
Choosing Wisely® was created in 2012 as an initiative of the ABIM Foundation to promote conversations between clinicians and patients. National organizations including the American Occupational Therapy Association, American Physical Therapy Association, and American...
by Functional Pathways | Thursday, December 19, 2019 | Clinical
Every year you are confronted with ice in parking areas. No matter how quickly crews work to de-ice and treat sidewalks and parking areas there always seems to be a spot that remains dangerous. It is everyone’s responsibility to remain alert and practice safety when...
by Functional Pathways | Tuesday, December 17, 2019 | Clinical
As we approach the end of the year, the holidays bring a time of family, friends, and traditions. During this season, the presence of dementia can have a huge influence on everyone – the individual living with cognitive impairments and those who love and care for...
by Gina Elkins | Monday, December 2, 2019 | Clinical, Compliance, PDPM
CMS issued their updated their guidance to Medicare Administrator Contractors (MACs) on November 15, 2019 regarding Medical Review Instructions related to Skilled Nursing Facilities in Publication 100-08 Medicare Program Integrity, Transmittal 924. The effective date...
by Functional Pathways | Monday, November 25, 2019 | Clinical, Wellness
Flu Season that is. According to the CDC, approximately 17 million workdays a year are lost during flu season. Tens of thousands of people are hospitalized, and thousands die from flu-related illnesses each year! Keeping patients safe from infection is everyone’s...
by Functional Pathways | Wednesday, November 20, 2019 | Clinical
CarFit is a community-based educational program that promotes continued safe driving and mobility among older drivers by focusing attention on safety, comfort, and fit. CarFit was created in 2006 in collaboration with AAA (American Automobile Association),...
