Nursing home accused of using ‘sham medical director’ to fuel kickback scheme
By
Marty Stempniak
Jan 30, 2019
A Florida nursing home and its affiliates must pay $1.5 million to resolve allegations of using a “sham medical director” to defraud the government, officials announced Monday.
How one provider went out of its way to help those affected by the government shutdown
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Marty Stempniak
Jan 29, 2019
Seeing others hurt so badly by the just-ended (or at least temporarily on hold), government shutdown, it might be easy for some to say “not my problem.” But one busy, Illinois-based provider refused...
Finding compassion in LTC
By
Herb Hildebrandt, Ph.D, Hl.D.
Jan 28, 2019
Since the dawn of man there has been a concern for others in stressed circumstances.
How to ensure your employees aren’t a threat to HIPAA compliance
By
Moazzam Adnan Raja
Jan 28, 2019
Since mistakes by employees are responsible for so many healthcare data breaches, it is critical to consider how to mitigate this risk. If your staff knows the fundamentals of HIPAA compliance and that...
Monitoring patch offers up-to-date information
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Anthony J. Bacchi
Surendar Magar
Jan 26, 2019
The technological implications of this technology are just as exciting: wellness, fitness, assisted living and much more that we can’t yet even imagine.
State adds nearly $2M to budget to keep residents out of nursing homes
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Marty Stempniak
Jan 25, 2019
Editor’s note: This story had been updated to include a comment from the Georgia Health Care Association. Georgia’s new leader is proposing putting almost $2 million in extra funds for community-based...
Under pressure with pressure injuries
By
Jean Wendland Porter
Jan 24, 2019
Before you invest in the most expensive cushions and mattresses available for those at risk, find a provider that can help you with pressure mapping and find out exactly what you’re getting and maximize...
Venue-shopping law change could lead to ‘skyrocketing’ liability claims, SNF experts warn
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Marty Stempniak
Jan 24, 2019
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court is exploring whether to allow plaintiffs’ attorneys to “venue shop” for the court with the highest payout. Such a move has healthcare advocates worried about the possibility...
Nurse charged with sexual assault of SNF resident in vegetative state who gave birth
By
Marty Stempniak
Jan 24, 2019
Phoenix authorities have charged Nathan Sutherland, 36, a licensed practical nurse, with sexual assault and abuse of a vulnerable adult patient at the Hacienda Healthcare facility.
Yes, Emmy, everyone dies
By
Renee Kinder
Jan 18, 2019
My efforts to explain life and death to my 4-year-old, it seems, have failed and as a result she wants to make sure all current members continue living. If I remain positive and continue to say our family...