PharMerica asks SCOTUS for relief in False Claims case
By
James M. Berklan
Jun 06, 2016
PharMerica has petitioned the U.S. Supreme Court to reconsider a 2015 decision that the long-term care pharmacy giant says opens the door to “copycat” lawsuits.
Supreme Court decision on ALJs adds another wrench into Medicare bottle-neck
By
Marty Stempniak
Jul 17, 2018
Medicare appeals might be getting a little more complicated for skilled care providers, thanks to a recent ruling from the Supreme Court, legal analysts predict.
Cities becoming owners of nursing homes to grab ‘windfall from feds’
By
Marty Stempniak
Sep 17, 2018
Municipalities in Oklahoma are taking ownership of nursing homes by the dozen, with an eye toward gaining federal dollars under a new state program.
Proposed new visa could pave the way for more immigrant nursing home workers
By
McKnight's Staff
Apr 02, 2013
More immigrant workers could be employed in the nation’s nursing homes in coming years under a deal reached Friday.
Agreement declared void in dementia case
By
Elizabeth Newman
Dec 01, 2011
A U.S. Court of Appeals has agreed that an arbitration agreement signed by a nursing home resident with dementia is void.
Common-sense skin care
By
Julie Williamson
Jul 01, 2011
Good training, effective use of ‘team’ caregiving deemed the key cornerstones
Joerns Healthcare unveils new identity and website
Feb 16, 2016
Joerns RecoverCare has announced it is changing its company name to Joerns Healthcare. It has launched a new website in connection with the new corporate identity.
Business and Marketing: How to do it… Managing falls
By
Haymarket Media
Jan 13, 2006
Acknowledging that all falls cannot be prevented, experts push for better management of fall risks. One source estimates that each fall costs about $19,000 in extra care. A facility can save mightily –...
Business & Marketing — How to do it … Rehabilitation
By
Haymarket Media
Oct 05, 2007
The last few years have seen many providers rise to take advantage of opportunities in long-term care rehabilitation. While the field has been lucrative for many, most would agree success has involved...
The next big thing in nurse communication
May 09, 2018
TekTone hopes to make nurse communication easier and more affordable with one of its latest products.