Swing Bed Programs: Understanding the Basics
July 22, 2025
Online Only
Swing 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.
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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.
Presenter(s)
Valorie Clouse, Dena Klockman, CFO - Eastern Plains Banner Health