Senators express ‘profound concern’ over VA nursing home care
By
Marty Stempniak
Nov 20, 2018
Two U.S. Senators are demanding information following another scathing report that alleges substandard care at a veterans’ nursing home.
Also in the News for Tuesday, Nov. 20
By
Marty Stempniak
Nov 20, 2018
Allegedly forged do-not-resuscitate order at heart of New York nursing home lawsuit … Auditor plans to review state oversight following critical news investigation of PA providers … New precautions...
Giving thanks for what matters most in the long-term care profession
By
Marty Stempniak
Nov 20, 2018
It’s important to know what really matters at this time of year.
SNFs lose $1 billion in reimbursement due to ‘corrective’ actions
By
Marty Stempniak
Nov 19, 2018
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services trimmed reimbursements to skilled nursing facilities by about $1 billion last year, due to what the agency described as actions that would “reduce payment...
White House considering rule that would cut red tape for nursing homes: Report
By
Marty Stempniak
Nov 19, 2018
The White House Office of Management and Budget is reportedly reviewing a new rule that aims to ease administrative burdens in nursing homes.
Kentucky high court strikes down medical review panels, paving way for malpractice suits against SNFs
By
Marty Stempniak
Nov 19, 2018
The Kentucky Supreme Court struck down a law last week that required medical practice lawsuits to first pass muster before a medical review panel.
Also in the News for Monday, Nov. 19
By
Marty Stempniak
Nov 19, 2018
Nursing home, hospital operator agrees to settle anti-steering suit with feds … Senior care provider changing its pharmacy procedures after nurse stole 2,000 pain pills … Nursing home wins in court...
CMS says federal laws are preventing seniors from accessing telehealth
By
Marty Stempniak
Nov 19, 2018
Federal laws are preventing the elderly from accessing care via telehealth services, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services said in a new report to Congress.
Veterans ‘demand action’ to improve care at VA nursing homes
By
Marty Stempniak
Nov 16, 2018
Two veterans’ groups are demanding changes at VA nursing homes, following a new report that indicated major problems persist.
Deadline looms to comment on relaxation of emergency prep rules
By
Marty Stempniak
Nov 16, 2018
Providers may be eager for a federal changes that would ease up on emergency preparation regulations, but patient advocates warned of fallout that may include putting residents at risk.