In skilled nursing facilities, the comprehensive care plan is often associated with regulatory compliance. While it is a requirement under the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), its true purpose extends far beyond meeting survey expectations. A well-developed care plan serves as the foundation for delivering individualized,[…]

Thirty years ago, Affinity Health Services was founded on a commitment to serving the senior care industry with integrity, accountability, and excellence. As we celebrate this milestone and mark a new chapter with a leadership transition, we invite you to watch our 30th Anniversary video and reflect on the people, partnerships, and values that[…]

Successful readmission reduction begins with recognizing and utilizing available clinical capabilities.

Longtime Affinity EVP Candace McMullen Appointed President/CEO

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and in long-term care this month serves as an important reminder that mental and emotional well-being are just as essential as physical health. Mental health is not a secondary concern in senior care settings — it is a critical component of quality care and overall quality of life. This month provides an ideal[…]

As we continue to move beyond the census challenges brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic , old routines have shifted—and building census is no exception. For Admission and Marketing professionals, prioritizing relationships in every aspect of the role is essential.

Several members of Affinity’s leadership and clinical teams recently presented at the 38th Annual Pennsylvania Association of Directors of Nursing Administration (PADONA) Conference at The Hotel Hershey in Hershey, PA. About 450 long-term care nursing professionals attend this conference every year to hear respected industry experts discuss[…]

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) published a new MDS 3.0 Quality Measures user manual version 18.0, effective January 1, 2026. This manual provided updated specifications for all MDS-based quality measures, including risk-adjustment data used in public reporting and quality comparison. The manual includes a “notable changes”[…]

The Medicare cost report for skilled nursing facilities (CMS-2540) recently underwent significant revisions — the first major redesign in well over a decade. These changes affect how revenue, census, and cost data must be reported. Providers need to be aware of these changes in order to provide the most accurate data to CMS.

Outsourcing third-party billing for a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) can be a strategic decision with significant financial, operational, and compliance implications. When managed effectively, it can improve revenue cycle performance, reduce claim denials, and ensure adherence to complex Medicare, Medicaid, and payer-specific regulations. However,[…]