Obama tries to maintain health reform timeline amid skepticism and doubt
Jul 22, 2009
As President Obama’s August 7 deadline for healthcare reform approaches, he has begun to rally his healthcare troops with a series of public events scheduled for this week, according to recent news...
Nursing homes want more from McCain long-term care reform plan
May 14, 2008
Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Sen. John McCain must create a broader reform plan that includes “increased comprehensive coverage for America’s long-term and post-acute care systems,”...
Reformers take lead as final round nears
By
Liza Berger
Dec 01, 2009
The battle over healthcare reform shows few signs of easing before the end of the year.
First national LTC group endorses nationwide end-of-life care form
By
Danielle Brown
Jul 06, 2020
The first national organization to officially endorse the adoption of a national Physician Orders for Life-Sustaining Treatment (POLST) form has emerged.
Recruitment companies form partnerships
Jan 18, 2017
JobFindah Network and Vikus Corporation announced a partnership that lets clients have access to each other’s platforms.
Healthcare reformers seek to expand Medicaid, but coverage mandates could hinder the process
Jan 21, 2009
With Barack Obama officially sworn in as president, many in Washington are wondering whether 2009 will be a year of significant reform. There are still numerous barriers that must be removed before moving...
AAHSA report: Americans think healthcare reform should include long-term care
May 22, 2009
Most Americans believe that long-term care services and supports should be a part of any upcoming healthcare reform, according to the results of a new survey from the American Association of Homes and...
Providers praise president for tort reform act
Feb 22, 2008
Two long-term care organizations thanked President Bush Thursday for introducing tort reform legislation. The proposal would help to redirect funds from lawsuit expenses and towards quality care, the head...
Immigration reform bill still alive, senators say
By
Haymarket Media
Jun 18, 2007
A vote could still take place on the fragile immigration reform bill.
Medicare reform proposed in new report
By
Elizabeth Newman
Apr 22, 2013
Medicare beneficiaries should be allowed to enroll in a network that would “incentivize higher quality” and more cost-effective and coordinated care, according to a new report whose authors...