Few health-related bills are expected this year: Roskam
By
James M. Berklan
Jun 08, 2018
At least one prominent lawmaker is being straightforward about what providers can likely expect this fall from Congress. His stance? Not much. The influential chairman of the House Ways & Means Health...
How healthcare helps you get a job
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jul 26, 2017
The fate of many of the members of our long-term care family are now in the hands of the Senate as it debates the future of the Affordable Care Act.
State News for June 2017
Jun 05, 2017
State drafting measures to create universal, single payer healthcare program after Canada’s example
Huntington appoints Langenderfer
Sep 01, 2015
John Langenderfer was named Huntington’s director of healthcare sales and origination.
Report: Vendors too reactive to customer needs
Feb 18, 2015
The healthcare industry is struggling to catch up to consumer expectations set by other industries, and part of the fault lies with vendors, a new analysis asserts.
It is what it is until it isn’t
By
Kevin McMahon
Feb 02, 2015
I first heard, “it is what it is” from a tough-as-nails corporate nurse in a meeting held some 13 years ago. The reality was that we did not have a lot of room to negotiate the terms of whatever...
Pierson oversees healthcare group at Squire Patton Boggs
Aug 21, 2014
Eugenia Pierson become the chairwoman of the Health Care Policy practice at Squire Patton Boggs last month. She represents a range of healthcare clients, including hospitals, physicians, post-acute care...
Also in the news for July 9, 2014 . . .
Jul 09, 2014
Alzheimer’s blood test approaches 90% accuracy … Sandalwood aromatherapy could aid wound healing … LTC stakeholders develop strategies to improve person-centered dementia care …...
Managers promoting fun can be harmful
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jan 01, 2014
While manager-approved “fun at work” activities lower turnover, particularly for younger employees, sales performance may suffer, according to a new report.
Recruiting to reduce turnover in LTC
By
Frederick Morgeson, Ph.D.
Nov 06, 2013
Organizations must take steps as early as possible in the employee lifecycle to address dysfunctional turnover. From selection to ‘onboarding,’ there are specific strategies to improve employee...