The Medicare Payment Advisory Commission’s proposed unified post-acute payment system is “unworkable as a foundation,” the American Hospital Association said in September.
Botox OK for incontinence
Oct 01, 2011
The Food and Drug Administration has approved Botox (botulinum toxin type A) for the treatment of urinary incontinence in patients with neurologic conditions such as spinal cord injury and overactive bladder.
New awards for tech innovators
By
John O'Connor
Apr 02, 2012
As never before, operators are harnessing tech tools that improve care delivery.
C. diff surgery a lifesaver?
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jun 01, 2011
A new procedure for patients with severe Clostridium difficile colitis could allow them to have a higher chance of survival and preserve their colon.
14th Online Expo slated
By
James M. Berklan
Feb 02, 2020
Lessons learned under the Patient Driven Payment Model will be the theme of two webinars at the 14th annual McKnight’s Online Expo.
Audit program lacking: GAO
By
James M. Berklan
Nov 05, 2015
The government’s Recovery Audit Contractor program needs to be improved, asserts a new report from the Government Accountability Office.
Drugs will kill CRE colonies
By
Tim Mullaney
Jan 01, 2014
Particular antibiotics are effective in eliminating colonies of carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae in asymptomatic carriers of the deadly bacteria, according to clinical research.
McKnight’s 8th Expo is here
By
John O'Connor
Mar 01, 2014
The universal problem of how providers can best prepare for regulator inspections will be one of five key topics covered in McKnight’s Online Expo educational sessions March 26-27.
CDC piling up flu shot supply
By
Danielle Brown
Jul 09, 2020
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said in June that it is trying to ensure healthcare providers have an ample supply of influenza vaccines for the upcoming flu season.
New surgical decision aid
By
Mallory Hackett
Aug 01, 2019
A new program from the American College of Surgeons seeks to improve seniors’ health outcomes. The Geriatric Surgery Verification Program includes 30 standards to help patients make better healthcare...