Ask the Legal Expert about … accountable care organizations
By
Elizabeth Newman
Oct 22, 2018
What legal advice would you have for joining an accountable care organization or similar alliance? It seems like skilled nursing facilities are getting the short end of the stick and we’re wondering...
The importance of professional references in the job market
By
Melissa Green
Oct 24, 2018
Your job search process has begun. You’ve got your resume stacked with accounts of your accomplishments, your online profile is superb, and you’ve practiced your ‘elevator speech’ one hundred times....
Making the most of your consultant relationship
By
Melissa Reilly, MS, PT
Aug 19, 2013
Finding a good consultant is easier said than done. You have a lot of choices and it’s a big commitment both in time and money. Sure, the rewards can be great — increased revenue, improved quality...
‘Tis the (festive) season in long-term care
By
James M. Berklan
Oct 17, 2012
October is for many of us in the long-term care field what December is to others.
No cheering in the press box
By
John O'Connor
Jun 14, 2021
Beware the bullish expert. You never know what they’ve sharpened their “horns” on.
Addition by subtraction: Do the math of Alzheimer’s
By
Stuart Greenbaum
Mar 28, 2016
Addition by subtraction is a curious phenomenon. It occurs in politics — for a timely example — when a reduced field of candidates helps voters and media focus more attention on those who remain. Alzheimer’s...
Helping prevent falls in seniors
By
Bruce Baron
Feb 25, 2016
Do you have a plan to keep your seniors safe?
Ask the payment expert about …one star
By
Patricia Boyer
Oct 25, 2018
On top of PBJ affecting the star ratings, CMS also is performing on-site and remote audits to verify data submitted. Even if you have a vendor submit your data, it cannot be stressed enough: You are ultimately...
When we value bridges more than people
By
John O'Connor
Apr 05, 2021
It’s self-evident that both Democrats and Republicans like to wear the Santa suit. And who can blame them?
Your Medicare future: Bigger pie, smaller slice
By
John O'Connor
Nov 12, 2018
I have seen the future of Medicare. Here’s what you can expect: Demand will grow the program; fiscal realities will shrink your share.