Ask the Payment Expert about … bundled payment initiatives
By
Patricia Boyer
Apr 04, 2016
How do bundled payment initiatives affect my facility?
Study: 27% of readmissions preventable
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Apr 04, 2016
Improved discharge directions and communication between patients and providers could prevent more than a fourth of hospital readmissions, according to a new study published in JAMA Internal Medicine.
Ask the Nursing Expert about … Electronic medical records
By
Angel McGarrity-Davis, RN, CDONA, NHA
Apr 04, 2016
I’m the assistant director of nursing and my corporate office told me that we were going to electronic medical records soon and I was going to be in charge of the rollout. They also told me about...
‘Improvement standard’ still being used: Jimmo winners
By
James M. Berklan
Apr 04, 2016
A landmark legal settlement that, in part, compels the federal government to pay for more therapy and treatment of Medicare beneficiaries is not being adhered to, advocates complained in court recently.
How to do it… Summer safety and security
By
John Hall
Apr 04, 2016
Now that we’re in the midst of spring and warmer summer months beckon, it is time to check readiness to provide resident safety and security, especially from a host of heat and sun-related problems....
Lifting the veil
By
John Hall
Apr 04, 2016
Rehab offers promise to many deemed ‘lost’ in the fog, and providers are making strides in better delivering the therapy dementia patients need
Mobile at bedside
By
Amy Novotney
Apr 04, 2016
Integrating point-of-care technologies into long-term care is becoming more
routine, but providers still have a long way to go to capitalize on available tools
Design Decisions: Beyond bricks and mortar
By
John Andrews
Apr 04, 2016
EdenHill’s complete overhaul includes a new memory care building, a new wellness center and pool — and more scenic views
Pilot program at Brookdale lowers hospital admissions
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Apr 04, 2016
A pilot program designed to curb hospital admissions in Brookdale Senior Living’s communities has shown positive returns, the company announced in late February.
Providers wary on minimum wage hike in CA, NY
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Apr 04, 2016
Healthcare workers in New York and California celebrated last week, as the two states were poised to pass legislation that would raise the minimum wage to $15 an hour.