Swing Bed Programs: Understanding the Basics
July 22, 2025Swing bed programs provide flexibility by allowing rural and critical access hospitals (CAHs) to use their beds for both acute and post-acute (skilled nursing) care. In the first session of our swing bed webinar series, we explore the basics of swing bed programs, including the latest Medicare regulations, patient eligibility and technical requirements, and benefits for patients and providers. We’ll be joined by Dena Klockman, Eastern Plains CFO at Banner Health, who will share insights from her organization’s swing bed program experience.
See the other sessions in the series:
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this program, participants will be able to:
- Recognize the requirements for hospital and patient eligibility for a swing bed program.
- Perform an opportunity assessment to identify whether swing beds are an option for your hospital.
- Describe the benefits of a swing bed program for rural hospitals and the patients and communities they serve.
CPE Information
1.00 CPE Credit (pending approval)
One CPE credit (pending approval) in the Specialized Knowledge field of study may be awarded upon verification of participant attendance, during live broadcast.
Who’s This For
Rural hospital administrators, CFOs, COOs, CNOs, care management professionals, and utilization review/case managers.
Prerequisites
None
Delivery Method
Group internet-based. Each attendee must be logged in and answer the poll questions in order to receive CPE credit.
Refund Policy
There is no fee associated with this event.
Program Level
Basic
Recommended Field of Study
Specialized Knowledge
Advanced Preparation
None
If you have concerns or would like information regarding program cancellation policies or CPE credit, contact us at [email protected].
Forvis Mazars, LLP is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org.
Presenters
Valorie Clouse, Dena Klockman, CFO - Eastern Plains Banner Health