David Stevenson, Ph.D. Assistant Professor of Health Policy, Harvard Medical School
Senate committee gives OK to background checks bill
By
Brett Bakshis
Oct 01, 2008
The Senate Finance Committee last month passed two bills that seek to prevent the abuse of elderly long-term care residents.
Lawmakers turn focus to arbitration mandate
By
John O'Connor
Oct 01, 2008
The Senate Judiciary Committee has approved anti-industry legislation that would put an end to pre-admission requirements mandating dispute resolution agreements.
New plans for LTC? They’re not saying
By
Liza Berger
Oct 01, 2008
When you think about it, long-term care is really a thorny issue—particularly the financing side of it. As Medicaid, Medicare and Social Security resources dwindle, and more people grow older and live...