Embedded sensors in briefs improve detection of UTIs
By
Mallory Hackett
Aug 01, 2019
Researchers have figured out a way to embed an autonomous sensor device in adult briefs to better detect urinary tract infections.
New surgical decision aid
By
Mallory Hackett
Aug 01, 2019
A new program from the American College of Surgeons seeks to improve seniors’ health outcomes. The Geriatric Surgery Verification Program includes 30 standards to help patients make better healthcare...
Doctors advise less aspirin use
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Mallory Hackett
Aug 01, 2019
Despite past beliefs, the American Heart Association and American College of Cardiology are now recommending against the routine use of aspirin in people older than 70.
Meet Bre Grubbs, Rising Star honoree
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Mallory Hackett
Aug 01, 2019
In her 14 years with Seattle-based Leisure Care, Bre Grubbs has risen from sales representative to partner and senior vice president of new business.
Meet Barb Masella, Hall of Honor inductee
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Mallory Hackett
Aug 01, 2019
Barb Masella has been serving the long-term care industry for almost 60 years.
Prepare for PDPM transition in Aug. 19 webinar
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Mallory Hackett
Jul 31, 2019
Operators will learn five key components that they need to understand to be successful during the transition from Prospective Payment System (PPS) to the Patient Driven Payment Model (PDPM) payment process...
CMS assigns J-code to Ocular Therapeutix product
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Mallory Hackett
Jul 31, 2019
Ocular Therapeutix has been assigned a specific and permanent reimbursement J-code for DEXTENZA through the Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (HSPCS). The code will be J1096 and will become effective...
Meet Shamim Wu, Rising Star honoree
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Mallory Hackett
Jul 31, 2019
It was at Shamim Wu’s first job as the admissions director at Royal Care Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center that she developed a passion for serving seniors and their families.
SeniorWell expands to new states
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Mallory Hackett
Jul 31, 2019
SeniorWell, a mobile healthcare company delivering podiatry, optometry, dentistry and audiology services to senior living communities, recently announced its expansion into Iowa and Virginia.
Real Time partners with Creative Solutions
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Mallory Hackett
Jul 31, 2019
Real Time Medical Systems is partnering with Creative Solutions in Healthcare, a Texas-based care provider for seniors. The combination will expand Real Time’s coordinated care efforts to Creative Solutions...