Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra on Wednesday defended a Biden administration proposal that would boost the numbers of direct-care workers at nursing homes.
During a web briefing sponsored by the Service Employees International Union, Becerra said roughly 75% of US nursing homes would have to raise staffing levels under the proposed rule, which has been criticized by the nursing home industry, patient advocates, and the American Hospital Association.
“I think everyone would agree; we can’t stay where we are. The status quo won’t work,” Becerra said. “The pandemic made it crystal clear. We cannot afford to ...
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