The data, when combined with census information, can then be used to report on the level of staff in each nursing home, as well as employee turnover and tenure, which can impact the quality of care delivered.
Section 6106 of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) requires facilities to electronically submit direct care staffing information (including agency and contract staff) based on payroll and other auditable data. We post staffing information on the CMS Nursing Home Compare website and it is used in the Nursing Home Five Star Quality Rating System to help consumers understand the level and differences of staffing in nursing homes. CMS has utilized staffing data for a myriad of purposes in an effort to more accurately and effectively gauge its impact on quality of care in nursing homes. Please check the “What’s New” section at the bottom of this webpage periodically for updates on the latest activities.ĬMS has long identified staffing as one of the vital components of a nursing home’s ability to provide quality care. We’ve also improved Medicare’s compare sites. Now available! Our new Provider Data Catalog makes it easier for you to search & download our publicly reported data.
