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Plus: Nursing school sues Calif. Board over NCLEX access September 9, 2026 1. The top rehab hospital in every state: US News Full story 2. CMS’ risk-based survey process for SNFs launches nationwide Full story 3. Inova’s total rewards VP on…
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August 26, 2026 1. Ascension patient transferred to Chicago rehab after medical error Full story 2. PeaceHealth to open $76M inpatient rehab hospital Full story 3. CMS finalized CJR-X on July 31. Mandatory, nationwide, no opt-out. Becker’s Value-Based Care Report tracks…
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