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SNF rates should remain unchanged in 2010, MedPAC says

January 12, 2009

The Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) last week recommended a freeze on reimbursements for skilled nursing facilities and inpatient rehabilitation centers for fiscal year 2010.
 

HHS to release blueprint for reducing healthcare-associated infections

September 25, 2008

The Department of Health and Human Services expects to release a draft action plan regarding the reduction of healthcare-associated infections (HAIs) before the next president takes office, the agency said this week.
 

CMS sets deadline of 2013 for installation of nursing home sprinkler systems

August 14, 2008

Long-term care facilities have exactly five years to fully equip their facilities with automatic sprinkler systems, according to a final rule published Wednesday by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
 

Care not same as caring

Mary Eleanor Wickersham May 01, 2008

When "Dianne Butler's" mother was rushed to the emergency room with signs of a heart attack, the ER nurses quickly cut away her snug, pullover silk shift. Hurrying to do CPR and start IVs, that dress was the last thing they were worried about...
 

Long-term care hospitals treat fewer short-stay patients

April 15, 2008

Long-term care hospitals treated fewer short-stay patients from fiscal years 2003 to 2006 as a result of cuts in Medicare reimbursement, according to a memo from the Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General. But the agency questioned the appropriateness of some of the short-stay visits.
 

Weighty matters

January 30, 2008

Tanita's PW-630U wheelchair scale is designed to make it easy for residents to get on the scale and be stable. The durable, portable unit is equipped with wheels, allowing caregivers to bring the scale wherever elderly or wheelchair-bound residents are. Other features include body mass index, an integrated thermal printer, memory, recall and RS-232 output so data can be captured electronically.
 

Passing the smell test

January 30, 2008

Birchwood Laboratories has introduced two new products that provide a sanitary solution for incontinence cleansing and management. B-SURE Perineal Wash and B-SURE Odor Eliminator are products help operators help communities look and smell fresh.
 

Wrist action

January 30, 2008

The new CodeWatch transmitter from RF Technologies gives residents wristwatch-like comfort. The small, lightweight device feels familiar and comfortable, which helps put residents at ease.
 

It's about time

January 30, 2008

Staying on top of the latest products, services and industry trends can be a time-devouring pursuit. But the job just became less time consuming, thanks to our new Web site. Eldercare pros can find many time-saving options. These include a substantially enhanced Directory that makes it easier to locate needed services, plus videos of important suppliers. The latest job openings are also available, as well as immediate access to our Career Guide. Please take a moment to familiarize yourself with our new site. We think you'll find it's time well spent.
 

CMS proposes 2.6% funding hike for long-term care hospitals

January 24, 2008

Long-term care hospitals may see a bigger than expected bump in their payment rate in 2009, according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. On Tuesday, CMS proposed increasing the payment rate by 2.6%, which would push total funding for LTACs past $4.4 billion. It also would be a full percentage point higher than what was recommended by the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC).
 

Joint Commission presents resident safety goals

January 22, 2008

The Joint Commission wants to improve the accuracy of resident identification and reduce the risk of healthcare-associated infections.
 

Ask the treatment expert

October 01, 2007

Donna Sardina, RN, MHA, WCC, President, Wound Care Education Institute
 

Ask the care expert

Sherrie Dornberger October 01, 2007

Sherrie Dornberger, RNC, CDONA, FACDONA, President, NADONA
 

Group outlines roles of long-term care leaders

Liza Berger October 01, 2007

Most long-term care professionals are generally aware of the role of medical director. Still, it is common to confuse the duties of the medical director with those of the attending physician.
 

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