Value-based contract negotiations between payer and provider teams can be nuanced and cover multiple types of providers, procedures, metrics, and in many instances locations, in one contract.
9 tips for caregivers and family members to fight the flu
By
Sydney Nye, MBA, BSN, RN
Feb 25, 2015
Seniors and people with a weak immune system or chronic conditions, such as diabetes, heart disease and emphysema, are prone to developing pneumonia and flu.That’s why healthcare workers, caregivers...
Eliminate pathogens and pests to protect your facility’s reputation
By
Glen Ramsey
Dec 18, 2020
It’s always been critical for long-term care facilities to follow stringent infection control guidelines. Residents of these facilities often have compromised immune systems that lead to health conditions...
5 reasons you need a professional compensation analysis in 2017
By
Jon Sammons
May 03, 2017
It’s no secret that people like to be highly valued and treated fairly.
HIPAA compliance a part of clinical communication
By
David Wortman
Aug 20, 2014
In long term and post-acute care facilities, where those with a “need to know” protected health information can include everyone from nursing and social services, to chaplains, cooks, transportation...
End-of-life planning – not just for patients
By
Steve Byrne
Jan 13, 2016
Have you, a long-term care professional, made a plan for yourself and your loved ones?
Pressure ulcer prevention: Select the right products
By
James G. Spahn MD, FACS
Jan 13, 2014
To better quality care in relation to the prevention and treatment of pressure ulcers, long-term care providers must pay close attention to the products they are utilizing.
The new strategy for resident health and happiness
By
Ryan Frederick
Charles de Vilmorin
May 11, 2022
The research is clear: successful aging is much more about lifestyle and environment than DNA and where you choose to live matters enormously. Providers have an opportunity to help residents make the most...
Flu season isn’t over: 7 tips to help prevent the spread
By
Megan J. DiGiorgio MSN, RN, CIC, FAPIC
Mar 27, 2017
If a resident in a long-term care facility is suspected to have the flu, it’s important to test, isolate and provide antiviral therapy.
Whether it’s rain or warm weather, expect pest pressure
By
Ron Harrison, Ph.D.
Jul 02, 2014
As the weather heats up, so does pest activity. And pests don’t necessarily slow down when the warm weather leads to afternoon rain in many parts of the country.