Obama administration races to make Medicare changes as healthcare industry objects
By
Elizabeth Newman
Aug 16, 2016
As the clock clicks down on President Barack Obama’s days in office, the administration remains focused on adjusting Medicare reimbursements, much to the annoyance of healthcare providers.
Lawmakers recommend $10M advisory panel to improve health data interoperability
By
John Hall
May 15, 2015
Lawmakers have proposed changes that would significantly alter the way sensitive health data is prepared, managed and exchanged.
White House creates new national strategy on antibiotics
By
Elizabeth Newman
Sep 23, 2014
The Obama administration has unveiled a national strategy to combat antibiotic-resistant bacteria. It includes an executive order to direct the federal government to “reduce the emergence and spread...
The impact of the employer mandate delay
By
Matt Scott
Oct 09, 2013
October has proven to be a big month for the Affordable Care Act (ACA) with the launch of the public exchanges and the political maneuverings in Washington. Although many in the healthcare industry welcomed...
The impact on overtime pay in home care
By
Peter Ross
Oct 07, 2013
The final ruling on the Federal Companionship Exemption took place recently as a result of a new proposal by the Obama administration. On the surface, the issue appears to be the eligibility of in-home...
Proposed repeal could change live-in care
By
Peter Ross
Apr 29, 2013
In-home senior care franchise owners are anticipating huge changes in early May due to Obama’s Affordable Care Act. One of the biggest issues at hand is the repeal of the companion exemption.
U.S. health chief says government will not fund partial Medicaid expansions
By
McKnight's Staff
Dec 11, 2012
Answering the question on the minds of many state policymakers, the Obama administration said Monday it will not provide full federal funding for states that go only part of the way on expanding Medicaid.
Administration proposal would ease Medicare coverage for SNF stays
By
McKnight's Staff
Oct 23, 2012
Federal health officials have agreed to changes in Medicare coverage rules that would make it easier for beneficiaries with chronic conditions to qualify for nursing home stays, outpatient therapy and...
Obama pushes for Tavenner confirmation hearing
By
McKnight's Staff
May 24, 2012
The Obama Administration is pushing the Senate Democrats to hold a confirmation hearing for Marilyn Tavenner, acting administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, according to news reports.
Catholic institutions challenge contraception mandate in court
By
McKnight's Staff
May 22, 2012
More than 40 U.S. Catholic institutions have filed 12 lawsuits challenging the Affordable Care Act’s requirement that employers cover contraceptive services in their health plans.