Playing politics with nursing home care
Tragicomically, CMS asserts “this final rule will not have a significant economic impact on a substantial number of small entities[.]”
Dumping syndrome
As clinical people, most will associate “dumping syndrome” with the definition of a group of symptoms — such as diarrhea, nausea and feeling light-headed or tired after a meal — that are caused...
Leveraging ACOs to deliver high quality primary care in senior living
This engaging exploration of the value of ACOs discusses what all providers should know about this up-and-coming caregiving structure, as well as how Curana has improved care delivery for patients living...
Therapy should be more than productivity
“I’m too sick for therapy today.” “Come back later.” “Leave me alone.” If you’ve worked in long-term care (or hospitals or LTACHs or acute rehab hospitals), you’ve heard...
Like waiting for Dad to get home
t’s a warning every child dreads hearing: “Just wait until your Father gets home!”
An MDS affair — or RFI — to remember
I’m a sucker for classic movies. My parents made sure I grew up watching black and whites of the likes of Fred Astaire, Ginger Rogers, Bing Crosby, Danny Kaye, Rosemary Clooney, Gene Autry, John Wayne,...
Who’s easier to beat up on than nursing homes? No one
When historians look back on the 21st century, many lessons will be learned. Among them, the importance of maintaining a good reputation and image.
Knitting a team
I can still remember the clicking of needles and the feeling of chunky strands of cotton passing silently between my fingers. It was early in my elementary school epoch, and we tiny people sat cross-legged...
Strategies to overcome regulatory and reimbursement challenges
In today’s healthcare environment, understanding regulations and reimbursement is crucial for success. By mastering these complexities, you’re not just minimizing risks, you’re maximizing...
Robots running senior care? Not exactly — yet
With all the problems long-term care is grappling with and focusing on, sometimes it is harder to see even bigger problems down the road. Right now, senior care facilities are grappling with staffing shortages...
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