I couldn’t live without… Medicine-On-Time medication cards
Aug 01, 2010
The Medicine-On-Time system allows pharmacists to sort medications into pre-packaged bubble packs, which fit into reusable calendar cards.
Ask the treatment expert: signs to consider when assessing darkly pigmented skin
By
Donna Sardina
Aug 01, 2010
Donna Sardina, RN, MHA, WCC, President, Wound Care Education Institute
Kansas: New law overturns 10% Medicaid cut to facilities
Aug 01, 2010
Gov. Mark Parkinson (D) signed a bill that reverses a 10% Medicaid cut that took effect Jan. 1.
Smart Money: Lessons from retirees
Aug 01, 2010
Having an effective finance committee helps create the environment and financial decision-making necessary to have a flourishing community for the residents.
Ask the care expert: improving nurse reporting skills
House repeals RUG-IV delay; ‘doc fix’ extended to Dec. 1
By
Liza Berger
Aug 01, 2010
Long-term care providers could be facing several regulatory changes.
Governors cite need for Medicaid funding
By
Liza Berger
Aug 01, 2010
The nation’s governors last month stepped up appeals to Congress to approve legislation that extends an increase in the federal medical assistance percentage (FMAP).
Therapy rate change amounts to pay cut
By
Liza Berger
Aug 01, 2010
Long-term care operators last month criticized a federal proposal intended to reduce Medicare Part B therapy rates.