Date of Award
Spring 2007
Project Type
Thesis
Program or Major
Political Science
Degree Name
Master of Arts
First Advisor
Clifford J Wirth
Abstract
Quality of care remains an issue plaguing the nursing home industry. Over the next twenty years, nursing homes will become inundated with members of the "baby boomer" generation. The goal of this research project was to examine approaches to improving the quality of care in nursing homes in The United States. Three reforms were identified. First, there needs to be improved communication between CMS, regional offices and state agencies. Second, create a training program which trains surveyors and nursing home administrators in a nursing home setting. Finally; there must be collaboration between CMS and nursing home industry leaders in policy-making decisions.
Recommended Citation
Labore, Craig, "An examination of the nursing home industry" (2007). Master's Theses and Capstones. 43.
https://scholars.unh.edu/thesis/43