Each month, the AARP analyzes federally reported COVID-19 data. From Nov. 16 to Dec. 20, the most recent data reported, the rate of nursing home resident deaths was 2.70 per 100 residents, an increase from 2.11 resident deaths per 100 residents the month prior.
Wisconsin has seen a ninefold increase in nursing home deaths over two months, with the death rate 0.30 per 100 residents two months ago.
Fifteen states have worse nursing home COVID-19 death rates, which is an improvement from the last report, when only five states had worse rates.
More articles on post-acute care:
New Hampshire nursing home board members cut line for vaccine, say state health officials
CMS head calls for US elder care system reform, outcome-focused payers
AARP: 10 ways to improve nursing home care
At the Becker's 11th Annual IT + Revenue Cycle Conference: The Future of AI & Digital Health, taking place September 14–17 in Chicago, healthcare executives and digital leaders from across the country will come together to explore how AI, interoperability, cybersecurity, and revenue cycle innovation are transforming care delivery, strengthening financial performance, and driving the next era of digital health. Apply for complimentary registration now.