Proper evaluation documentation that supports nursing home billing the focus of webcast for clinicians
By
McKnight's Staff
Dec 07, 2012
In light of recent allegations of gross upcoding in therapy circles, an upcoming webcast on appropriate patient evaluation and management documentation could prove popular. Alva Baker, M.D., CMD, who has...
A nice job, if you can leave it
Dec 05, 2012
In January, Alex Gorsky will take over as the new chairman of Johnson & Johnson. That’s because William C. Weldon will be stepping down at the end of the year, according to the firm.
Keys to schizophrenic longevity found
By
Elizabeth Newman
Dec 02, 2012
People with schizophrenia are likely to live a longer life if they take antipsychotic drugs on schedule, avoid high doses, and see a mental health professional, Johns Hopkins Medicine researchers say.
Medicare coverage to extend for some with chronic ills
By
James M. Berklan
Dec 02, 2012
The Obama administration settled a lawsuit in November that opens the door for expanded skilled nursing care and rehab therapy for some individuals with chronic diseases.
OIG: Electronic health records vulnerable to mispayments
By
McKnight's Staff
Nov 30, 2012
EMRs are expected to become the norm for healthcare providers in the future. But in the infancy of their use, they lack oversight and safeguards, a new report says.
Moen adds brushed nickel finish to commercial bathroom product line
Nov 27, 2012
Moen’s Commercial Division recently announced the availability of a new finish for its line of medium-duty M-Bition lavatory faucets and shower systems. The new finish is designed specifically for...
Omnicare to host Analyst Day
Nov 27, 2012
Omnicare recently announced that it will host an Analyst Day in Boston on Dec. 7. The event will feature management presentations along with an executive roundtable lunch session.
Study: Low-dose antipsychotics and regular mental health visits extend life expectancy of schizophrenics
By
McKnight's Staff
Nov 02, 2012
People with schizophrenia are likely to live a significantly longer life if they take lower levels of antipsychotic drugs and see a mental health professional, Johns Hopkins researchers say.
Communication vital to rehospitalization reduction, top provider says
By
McKnight's Staff
Oct 31, 2012
With the new penalties for rehospitalizations underway, LeadingAge Chairwoman Audrey Weiner said that providers are working hard to improve the process that moves patients from hospitals to aftercare.
Neurogenic Overactive Bladder: Assessment and Management Strategies to Optimize Patient Outcomes –...
Oct 22, 2012
Neurogenic overactive bladder (OAB) is a chronic and distressing medical condition that has profound physical, emotional, and financial ramifications for patients and is commonly seen in patients with...