Perla Academy

Practice Management

Is Your Nursing Home’s Credential Management Putting You at Risk? Here’s How to Tell

Poor credential management can expose nursing homes to compliance violations, fines, and inefficiencies. Learn how to identify risks, streamline processes, and adopt modern solutions to protect your facility.

Compliance

The Legal Costs of Missed Credential Renewals in Nursing Homes

This article examines the legal and financial risks nursing homes encounter when staff credentials lapse, covering federal and state penalties, repayment obligations, and potential criminal charges. It offers actionable strategies for nursing homes to maintain compliance and avoid significant repercussions.

Practice Management

Final Assessment of the National Background Check Program for Long-Term Care Providers: Safeguarding Seniors Through Effective Screening

Explore the 2024 final assessment of the National Background Check Program, evaluating its effectiveness in enhancing safety in long-term care facilities. Learn how the program has helped states implement efficient background check systems to protect vulnerable seniors.

Compliance

Navigating Billing Mistakes and Self-Disclosure for Nursing Homes: Managing Credentialing Issues

Learn how nursing homes can address billing mistakes due to lapsed staff credentials, including the role of self-disclosure, CMS compliance requirements, and the benefits of automated credentialing management.

Credentialing

The Hidden Costs of Using Spreadsheets for Employee Credential Management

Discover the hidden costs of using spreadsheets for managing staff credentials in nursing homes. Learn how manual processes, human error, and compliance risks can impact efficiency and why automated solutions may be a better choice.

Credentialing

Why Credentialing Compliance is Critical for Long-Term Care Facilities

Discover the importance of credentialing compliance for long-term care facilities. Learn how it protects against financial penalties, minimizes disruptions, and ensures high-quality resident care with automated solutions.