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Caregiving enters a new era.

L Keegan1, G C Hong

  • 1American Health Care Association.

Provider (Washington, D.C.)
|September 6, 1990
PubMed
Summary

The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987 (OBRA) aims to improve nursing facility resident care. However, potential implementation challenges raise concerns about its future effectiveness.

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Area of Science:

  • Healthcare policy
  • Geriatric care
  • Nursing home regulation

Background:

  • Established 25 years after Medicare and Medicaid programs.
  • The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987 (OBRA) introduced new nursing facility regulations.
  • Aimed to enhance the quality of care for residents in nursing facilities.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the anticipated impact of the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987 (OBRA) on nursing facility resident care quality.
  • To identify potential challenges and concerns regarding the implementation of OBRA regulations.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of the Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987 (OBRA) provisions.
  • Review of expert and stakeholder opinions on the new regulations.

Main Results:

  • Enthusiasm exists regarding the potential for increased quality of care.
  • Concerns are noted regarding the impact of implementation glitches.

Conclusions:

  • OBRA 1987 presents a significant opportunity to improve nursing home care.
  • Successful implementation is crucial to realizing the benefits and mitigating potential negative effects.

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