Ask the care expert: Do other facilities take pictures of other conditions, like bruises?
By
Sherrie Dornberger
Feb 02, 2020
We have a disagreement regarding the taking of photos at our facility. We take pictures of open wounds only. Do other facilities take pictures of other conditions, like bruises?
PDPM recalibration may not come right away, experts say
By
James M. Berklan
Feb 02, 2020
Stakeholders were keeping a close eye on any data available at press time that could lead to conclusions about the recently instituted Patient Driven Payment Model.
CMS: Another strong showing for ACOs
By
Danielle Brown
Feb 02, 2020
The federal government again is touting the success of accountable care organizations under the Shared Savings Program.
60 seconds with … Amol Navathe, M.D., Ph.D.
Feb 02, 2020
Amol Navathe, M.D., Ph.D. University of Pennsylvania
Candidates tackling LTC on biggest stage
By
Danielle Brown
Feb 02, 2020
Long-term care took center stage for a brief moment during last month’s Democratic presidential primary debate.
Court rejects immigrant rule
By
Danielle Brown
Feb 02, 2020
A New York federal appeals court last month blocked a federal rule that leading industry advocates warned could hurt immigrant seniors and limit their use of long-term care services.
Hip surgeries too risky?
By
Alicia Lasek
Feb 02, 2020
When treatment rates for a common hip fracture go up among Medicare beneficiaries, so too does the risk for adverse outcomes, costs and mortality, new research has shown.
Gratification tops education
By
Liza Berger
Feb 02, 2020
Residents with Alzheimer’s disease prefer emotionally meaningful, familiar pursuits over task-oriented activities, a study published online in the journal Aging and Mental Health found.
Operators fight MedPAC’s cuts
By
Danielle Brown
Feb 02, 2020
The Medicare Payment Advisory Commission voted to recommend pay cuts to nursing homes, hospice services and others, drawing swift provider rebukes in January.
PDPM opening new doors for providers
By
Liza Berger
Feb 02, 2020
Early anecdotal evidence about the new Patient Driven Payment Model indicated success for both nursing home providers and residents, the nation’s top nursing home lobbyist said in January.