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Mercy Communities Receive 5-Stars From Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
12/19/2008 --
New ratings from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) build on Mercy’s reputation as an established leader in Senior Health and Housing Services. Mercy Franciscan Terrace (Springfield Township), Mercy Franciscan at West Park (Western Hills), Mercy Sacred Heart Village (Louisville, Kentucky) and Mercy Providence (New Albany, Indiana) have all earned 5-Star ratings for Overall Performance from the CMS.
"We are proud of the excellent care we provide to our residents and families," said Brian Forschner, President, Mercy Senior Living. "This rating says a lot about how well our staff engages with our residents and their families, the quality and variety of activities we offer, and how well we maintain our communities."
The CMS introduced the national rating system on December 18, 2008. The overall performance ratings are measured in three key categories: health inspections, an effective staff per resident ratio, and how consistently the staff follows established quality of care measures. The Regional Quality Team for Mercy Senior Living is led by Dr. Victor Lee and includes each Director of Nursing as well as the Executive Director from each community. "We measure our quality data continuously and are always updating and making changes to improve our care delivery; we do that by working well together and sharing best practices," adds Dr. Lee.
More information about the results of the new CMS ratings system for Senior Living Communities can found at www.medicare.gov/nhcompare.
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