Sen. John Rockefeller IV (D-WV), chairman of the Senate Finance Subcommittee on Health, continues to advocate for a stronger role for the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC).
In lift to management, Labor department rejects ‘persuader rule’
By
John O'Connor
Jul 20, 2018
The Department of Labor has officially revoked a rule that requires employers to report whenever they seek assistance from consultants or lawyers to dissuade employees from joining unions.
Antipsychotic add-on falls off FDA measure
By
John O'Connor
Jul 06, 2012
The Senate failed to approve legislation meant to enhance antipsychotic regulations in nursing homes, despite passing the bill to which it was attached.
The BIG Picture: Once invincible business models aren’t so bulletproof after all
By
John O'Connor
Jan 01, 2010
As 2010 dawns, many providers and publishers find themselves limping along. Both have just endured one of the more challenging years on record.
A sick way to reduce readmission burden?
By
John O'Connor
Jan 08, 2018
A growing number of hospitals have found a novel way to reduce readmission rates: insist that patients are sicker than they really are.
Demand for workers will continue to climb
By
John O'Connor
Jun 08, 2018
The demand for skilled care workers will grow by 13% through 2026, according to the most recent Bureau of Labor projections. Overall, job growth in the healthcare sector is predicted to triple the pace...
For many residents, the shoe doesn’t fit
By
John O'Connor
Oct 01, 2012
Many people with diabetes wear shoes that may contribute to pressure ulcer formation, according to Dutch investigators. Their simple solution: better-designed footwear that actually offloads pressure.
New business models needed, panel claims
By
John O'Connor
Apr 01, 2011
Marketplace and policy changes will exert unprecedented pressure on operators to diversify and expand their business models, according to panelists at a skilled care program in Los Angeles.
NAWC to launch bimonthly e-publication
By
John O'Connor
Jun 06, 2012
The National Alliance of Wound Care has announced the launch of a new publication, the Wound Care Advisor.
Anti-institution bias apparent at hearing
By
John O'Connor
Apr 01, 2009
A recent Senate hearing called on lawmakers revamping the nation’s healthcare system to remember long-term care.