Results of first-ever state study of COPD released
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McKnight's Staff
Nov 27, 2012
Age-adjusted rates of those afflicted by chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) vary considerably within the United States. The low of less than 4% was reported from residents of Washington and Minnesota;...
Seniors’ sleep patterns not out of ordinary: study
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McKnight's Staff
Nov 26, 2012
Retired people ages 65 and above do not have an increased chance of getting less rest, according to a joint study between the University of Pittsburgh’s Sleep and Chronobiology Center (SCC) and University...
Provider taxes; SNF payments increasing, state Medicaid GAO survey finds
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McKnight's Staff
Nov 26, 2012
While many states have increased provider taxes since 2008, many also raised payment rates for skilled nursing facilities, according to a three-year study from the General Accountability Office.
Technology, autonomy important to CCRC residents: report
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McKnight's Staff
Nov 26, 2012
The incoming continuing care retirement community resident is healthier, more technologically savvy and increasingly informed, a new report suggests.
Florax DS probiotic line launched
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McKnight's Staff
Nov 21, 2012
Hebron USA recently introduced the Florax DS product line. The line features the Ready-to-Drink Probiotic for digestive and immune support, and an all-natural probiotic Diarrhea Relief that provides relief...
ACA proposed rules announced on pre-existing conditions, wellness programs
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McKnight's Staff
Nov 21, 2012
Government officials moved forward with Affordable Care Act provisions Tuesday that include banning health insurance companies from discriminating based on pre-existing conditions, outlining standards...
Kidney decline correlated to cognitive failure, study says
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McKnight's Staff
Nov 21, 2012
In the first study to look at cognitive function and impaired renal function, researchers at Temple University found the rate of cognitive decline was associated with deterioration in kidney function.
Authorities: Psychiatrist sent more than 50,000 fraudulent Medicare, Medicaid nursing home claims
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McKnight's Staff
Nov 20, 2012
A Chicago psychiatrist is accused of submitting $190,000 in false claims to Medicare and Medicaid and receiving kickbacks for prescribing antipsychotics.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has released the 2013 daily co-insurance amounts for skilled nursing care services, along with the inpatient hospital deductible amount.
Medical device tax could crimp long-term care supplies, hike cost, dampen innovation, expert says
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McKnight's Staff
Nov 20, 2012
A medical device excise tax scheduled to hit Jan. 1 is causing uncertainty among manufacturers and providers, a healthcare expert said Monday.