An electronic health records vendor accused of paying kickbacks and selling its software even though it wasn’t certified will pay $155 million to settle legal claims.
SNF occupancy to bottom out?
By
Alyssa Salela
Jul 06, 2017
If current trends continue, occupancy rates in skilled nursing facilities could be headed to new lows this year, said analysts from the National Investment Center for Seniors Housing & Care.
Transitions and quality command center stage as experts examine post-acute care’s future
By
John Hall
Jul 06, 2017
Few will dispute the value of ensuring patients are optimally treated and attended to as they move across care settings.
How to do it… Boosting retention
By
John Hall
Jul 06, 2017
Providers are increasingly realizing they need to apply some of the “TLC” for residents to their hard-working staff, as well — or risk absenteeism and attrition. Experts offer valuable insights...
Winning ‘curb appeal’
By
John Hall
Jul 06, 2017
Common area appearances are the valuable opportunity to entice and impress prospective clients and their family members both before and long after move-in
Through thick and thin
By
Kimberly Marselas
Jul 06, 2017
Age, health declines may lead to skin breakdowns, but judicious use of products paired with nutritional and incontinence interventions can lessen the pain
SNF deals hit $500 million
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Jul 06, 2017
Transactions within the nursing care sector reached $500 million in the first quarter of 2017, according to the National Investment Center for Seniors Housing & Care.
Ask The Payment Expert about … Phase 2 of the Requirements of Participation
By
Patricia Boyer
Jul 06, 2017
When does Phase 2 of the Requirements of Participation start and should we be concerned?
New scooters introduced
Jul 05, 2017
Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare added the ZooMe-R 3- and 4- Wheel Recreational Scooters to its Power Mobility product line.
Lift assist and aid device released
Jul 05, 2017
Biodex Medical Systems has released the Mobility Assist, which is the first motorized lift assist and ambulation aid combined into one device.