I couldn’t live without … eSNF telemedicine solution
Jul 01, 2013
Recognizing the need to bring down hospital readmissions, AristaCare turned to eSNF’s telemedicine solution a year ago. In seven out of 10 cases in which eSNF is used, an admission is avoided, says...
Grants to help LTC operators coordinate care with hospitals
By
John O'Connor
Jul 01, 2013
Four Maryland long-term care facilities stand to benefit from new technology grants that target medical information.
BusinessBriefs
Jul 01, 2013
» Atria Senior Living announced tennis legend Billie Jean King will help develop and promote an active aging program for residents, to decrease the risk of falls and extend active lifestyles.
Saber expands its footprint
By
Tim Mullaney
Jul 01, 2013
Saber Healthcare Group has made its first appearance on the American Health Care Association’s annual list of the 50 largest U.S. nursing facility companies.
Extendicare mulls sell-off of U.S. operations amid decline
By
Tim Mullaney
Jul 01, 2013
Extendicare, a major North American long-term care operator, may sell off its 158 U.S. facilities before the end of the year. The company’s move to separate its Canadian and U.S. businesses could...
MedPAC would slash Part B therapy caps
By
Tim Mullaney
Jul 01, 2013
The Medicare Payment Advisory Commission devoted a chapter of its June 2013 Congressional report to outpatient therapy recommendations, sparking concern.