Who knew? Repeal of RUG-IV delay in bill one day and out the next
By
Liza Berger
Jul 26, 2010
When crafting legislation, horse trades are a well-established part of the ritual. What’s unfortunate is that many people who have a stake in these deals don’t know about them.
Congress slow to act on Medicaid funding
By
Liza Berger
Jul 22, 2010
It must be summer. How do I know? Congress is dragging its heels on an important piece of legislative business.
Alzheimer’s conference offers research surprises
By
Liza Berger
Jul 15, 2010
I always look forward to the research that emerges from the annual international Alzheimer’s conference. This year, the meeting has not disappointed.
The assisted living-plus model
By
Liza Berger
Jul 14, 2010
Long-term care facilities around the country are working to enhance the appeal of their units. Renaissance Gardens at Riderwood in Silver Spring is one of them.
A new hit to therapy providers
By
Liza Berger
Jul 09, 2010
Another proposed rehab rule threatens to cut significant revenues from long-term care providers.
A vacancy that needed filling
By
Liza Berger
Jul 07, 2010
President Obama has made another recess appointment—this one with big implications for long-term care.
Profile: Lori Porter – A commitment to CNAs
By
Liza Berger
Jul 01, 2010
Lori Porter CEO, Founder, NAHCA
Medicare spat slows expansion for FMAP
By
Liza Berger
Jul 01, 2010
Nursing home providers were holding out hope last month that Congress would pass a bill extending an increase in the federal medical assistance percentage (FMAP) by six months.
AAHSA ready to embrace change
By
Liza Berger
Jul 01, 2010
So, it’s been (nearly) determined. The new name for the American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging is, drum roll please, LeadingAge.
About those Sunrise bonuses …
By
Liza Berger
Jun 29, 2010
A recent move by the board at Sunrise Senior Living Inc. may prompt some questioning from those in long-term care.