Describe the conditions under which a nursing home would be reimbursed by Medicare.
What will be an ideal response?
To be reimbursed by Medicare, a nursing home must meet Medicare's criteria for designation as a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF), which consists primarily of having the appropriate skilled nursing staff. Examples include registered, licensed practical and vocational nurses; physical and/or occupational therapists; and audiologists, among others.
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