
Presenter: Kathy Dowd, AuD
CEUs: 0.1
Description:
Guided by the federal mandates of OBRA 1987 and the 1999 Supreme Court Olmstead decision, audiology services are a required standard for residents in skilled nursing and communal living facilities. While state-specific laws dictate the delivery of these services, this presentation explores the broader landscape, including governing regulations, the contracting process, and the vital role hearing health plays in enhancing a resident’s quality of care and life.
Presenter: Kathy Dowd, AuD
CEUs: 0.1
Description:
Guided by the federal mandates of OBRA 1987 and the 1999 Supreme Court Olmstead decision, audiology services are a required standard for residents in skilled nursing and communal living facilities. While state-specific laws dictate the delivery of these services, this presentation explores the broader landscape, including governing regulations, the contracting process, and the vital role hearing health plays in enhancing a resident’s quality of care and life.