Law allowing facilities to make medical decisions for incompetent residents is unconstitutional, judge...
By
Holly Petrovich
Jun 29, 2015
A California law allowing nursing homes to make medical decisions for mentally incompetent residents was declared unconstitutional Wednesday.
Sabra acquires skilled nursing portfolio for $234M
By
Holly Petrovich
Jun 26, 2015
Sabra Health Care REIT Inc. agreed to purchase a portfolio of four transitional care facilities in Maryland for $234 million, the company announced Wednesday.
Fall prevention program ‘LIFTs’ risk of senior falls
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Holly Petrovich
Jun 25, 2015
A home-based fall prevention and wellness program has shown evidence of a 13% reduced risk of falls among seniors in a one-year period, while also reducing the occurrence of insurance claims, LifePlans...
NOTICE Act movement earns association approval
By
Holly Petrovich
Jun 25, 2015
The American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living applauded the Senate Finance Committee Wednesday for moving forward a bill that would change appointment of “observation...
Government alleges $712M spent in Medicare false billing
By
Holly Petrovich
Jun 19, 2015
The Medicare Fraud Strike Force led the largest nationwide sweep in Strike Force history, charging more than 200 individuals for their alleged participation in Medicare fraud schemes, the Department of...
Nursing home scrutinized for alleged sexual abuse incidents
By
Holly Petrovich
Jun 18, 2015
A Washington nursing home is being sued following allegations a resident sexually abused other residents with dementia in January.
EEOC sues home for failure to comply with agreement
By
Holly Petrovich
Jun 18, 2015
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has charged a North Carolina nursing home for failing to pay a settlement to a disabled employee.
Salmonella outbreak may be cause of assisted living deaths
By
Holly Petrovich
Jun 17, 2015
The salmonella outbreak at Heritage Corner Assisted Living facility in Ohio may be the reason behind the death of two residents, according to local reports.
Lawmakers ask for CMS fraud review
By
Holly Petrovich
Jun 17, 2015
Two House committees have requested a review of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ Fraud Prevention System, according to a letter sent to the Government Accountability Office.
Genesis spends $240M on SNF portfolio
By
Holly Petrovich
Jun 16, 2015
Genesis HealthCare announced Monday it will acquire 24 of Revera Inc.’s skilled nursing facilities and rehabilitation business for $240 million.