Researchers at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis are working with nursing homes to develop a program that provides advance care-planning for patients with Alzheimer’s disease and...
Break ups can be hard
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Kimberly Marselas
Dec 06, 2017
Making the switch to a new EHR vendor requires research, resources and resolve
Profile: Earl L. ‘Buddy’ Carter
By
Kimberly Marselas
Dec 06, 2017
Soon after striking out on his own as a retail pharmacist, Earl L. “Buddy” Carter found himself back in the driver’s seat.
Providers ‘disappointed’ as tax reform bill passes Senate
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Dec 04, 2017
The GOP’s tax reform bill was passed by the Senate in a vote just before 2 a.m. Eastern Time on Saturday, sparking criticism from long-term care provider groups and consumer advocates alike for its...
Bill prioritizes healthcare facilities for power restoration following a disaster
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Dec 01, 2017
Long-term care facilities and hospitals would be made a priority for power restoration after a major disaster or emergency, under a new bill introduced in the House this week.
Tax reform bill could devastate Medicaid, Medicare, groups warn
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Nov 30, 2017
With a Senate vote on the GOP’s tax reform bill expected to come before the end of the week, advocacy groups are urging lawmakers to reject the legislation for its potentially “drastic”...
Oral liquid of spironolactone available
Nov 29, 2017
CMP Pharma announced its CaroSpir is the first FDA-approved oral liquid dosage form of the potassium-sparing diuretic spironolactone.
Kindred Healthcare forms partnership
Nov 22, 2017
Kindred Healthcare and the University of Louisville announced a healthcare technology partnership.
Credentialing software acquired
Nov 22, 2017
Change Healthcare said Monday it had acquired dental provider credentialing software technology from Docufill LLC.
Carter to retire as head of AANAC, AADNS
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Nov 20, 2017
Diane Carter, MSN, RN, RAC-CT, C-NE, FAAN, will retire from her position as president and CEO of the American Association of Directors of Nursing Services and American Association of Nurse Assessment Coordination...