Many providers not making IT preparation for looming HIPAA rule
Feb 08, 2011
Despite having less than a year to be ready, many providers are still not prepared for HIPAA 5010. Among facilities participating in a recent HIMSS-sponsored survey, “one third report they either...
Hanger Orthopedic Group to acquire Accelerated Care Plus
Oct 29, 2010
Hanger Orthopedic Group recently announced it will acquire Accelerated Care Plus, in a deal valued at $155 million. ACP is a leading provider of integrated clinical programs for sub-acute and long-term...
Scanner preserves memories, photo documentation
Aug 10, 2010
Plustek has introduced a photo scanner that helps providers preserve older photographs that are damaged or beginning to fade. The SmartPhoto P60 is powered by an USB port so it may be used anywhere with...
McKnight’s takes top honors—again
May 04, 2010
McKnight’s Long-Term Care News was honored with a Gold Award for Best News Section in the 2010 ASHPE Awards competition. McKnight’s also won the Gold Award for Best Single Issue, and captured...
KCI markets dressing kit for diabetic wound care
Mar 10, 2009
KCI has announced the launch of its new V.A.C. GranuFoam Bridge Dressing Kit. The product is designed to protect intact skin around chronic wounds.
Good for business
Oct 20, 2008
ACP’s integrated clinical programs provide the therapeutic modalities, treatment protocols and therapist training required to improve care for residents facing greater clinical challenges.
ASCP subsidiary will seek profits
Jun 23, 2008
The American Society of Consultant Pharmacists (ASCP) last week announced the launch of ASCP Ventures, a for-profit subsidiary . The new launch will seek new opportunities that help the organization further...