A study by Kira Ryskina and Rachel M. Werner, cited in Penn LDI, found that nursing home staffing, especially for registered nurses, decreased after ownership changes, leading to lower quality ratings. The researchers call for more transparency about ownership on CMS's 5-star site to help families make informed decisions.
Citation:
“How Do Ownership Changes Affect Nursing Home Quality?” Penn LDI, C Tachibana, September 3, 2024.
Ryskina K, Tu E, Liang J, Kim S, Werner R. 2024. “Nursing Home Compare Star Ratings Before Versus After a Change in Nursing Home Ownership.” Journal of the American Geriatrics Society.