Judge dismisses HIPAA claims arising from Omnicell laptop theft
By
Tim Mullaney
Jan 06, 2014
Individuals do not have the right to sue healthcare providers under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act simply because their personal information was compromised, a federal judge recently...
Medicaid pays too much for prescription drugs, OIG testifies
By
Haymarket Media
Dec 10, 2004
States can expect to take a closer look at the cost of prescription drugs after the Office of Inspector General said this week that Medicaid continues to overpay pharmacies for the drugs.
Profile: Michael Wylie
Oct 10, 2017
While Michael Wylie has spent three decades working at Genesis Healthcare, it was an experience as a son that showed him how much his colleagues care.
Sept. 20: Using quality metrics to find better care partners
Sep 01, 2016
A McKnight’s webinar on Sept. 20 will provide insight into how providers can use existing Quality Metrics to best market their facility to continuum partners, and increase referrals and census.
Honeywell introduces allergen remover
May 13, 2014
Honeywell has made its Bluetooth® Smart True HEPA Allergen Remover available for purchase. It’s the first air purifier to use Bluetooth® technology to track local pollen counts via a mobile app.
Painkiller distribution could be curtailed
By
James M. Berklan
Mar 02, 2013
An advisory panel has recommended making it more difficult for long-term care residents and others to receive certain painkillers. Providers criticize the proposal, saying it could leave seniors suffering...
Obama to appoint Berwick as CMS head, news report says
Mar 29, 2010
The Obama Administration is set to disclose that Donald M. Berwick is its pick for administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, according to a report from the Bureau of National Affairs.
Daschle gets official nod for HHS appointment
Dec 12, 2008
President-elect Barack Obama at a press conference Thursday formally announced former Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle as his pick for secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services.
Studies offer hope for slowing Alzheimer’s progression
By
Haymarket Media
Jun 24, 2005
Some experimental therapies may slow the mental confusion or help improve daily functioning in Alzheimer’s patients, according to new studies presented during the first-ever Alzheimer’s Association...
Edentech releases tool to stay up-to-date on recalls
By
Kimberly Marselas
Jun 24, 2020
SecureRecalls.com, the newest component in Edentech’s Care, Safe & Secure Suite, is a subscription service providing clients with monitoring and alerting within minutes of a food, drug, device, consumer...