Earth Day may be one of those holidays you choose to shrug off as extraneous. That’s understandable, but thinking about the environment would not be such a waste (pardon the pun) of time.
Unions: good or bad? Discuss amongst yourselves
By
Liza Berger
Feb 26, 2009
Unions have been a hot topic—both in Washington and at McKnight’s.com. If you don’t believe me on the latter, see our recent story about a merger among three nursing unions. Click here to read the...
Keeping an eye on Medicare
By
Liza Berger
Jun 18, 2009
As the healthcare reform discussion continues to swirl in Washington, it’s easy to forget there are other healthcare issues to talk about. One of those affecting long-term care community is a proposed...
Economic stimulus package still in the works
By
Liza Berger
Feb 10, 2009
It’s not over yet. The Senate managed to pass a $838 billion dollar stimulus bill today. But before it can become law the House and Senate have to iron out their differences—and not just the price...
Sen. Ted Kennedy: a giant in the Senate
By
Liza Berger
Jul 11, 2008
People are capable of doing extraordinary things. Sen. Edward Kennedy (D-MA) proved that this week when he flew—against doctors’ wishes— to the Senate to cast his vote for the Medicare bill. Even...
Congress pulls through on Medicaid bill
By
Liza Berger
Aug 12, 2010
You have to give credit where it’s due. Congress deserves kudos this week for passing legislation that will extend much-needed Medicaid funding to states.
Rough economy hits Erickson
By
Liza Berger
Jan 09, 2009
Well, it seems we are in a financial crisis. I know I’m in the news business and should be up on these things. You might agree, though, that economic trends are hard to grasp unless you’ve felt them...
CMS’ rollout decisions don’t always make sense
By
Liza Berger
Mar 06, 2009
You have to wonder who is making some of the calls at the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services—because they don’t seem altogether consistent. While some decisions are spot on, others leave you...
Gaining muscle behind the moratorium
By
Liza Berger
Apr 18, 2008
Washington is working for long-term care for a change, or so it seems. This week, by a vote of 46-0, the House Energy and Commerce Committee passed a bill that would delay the onset of seven Medicaid regulations...
Arbitration disagreements
By
Liza Berger
Apr 16, 2008
It appears that the American Health Care Association once again is angling for a fight. This time it is over a bill that aims to do away with pre-admission arbitration agreements. The bill, which was introduced...