The biggest surge in commercial mortgage debt in 10 years was waning. Census rates fell and public debt lenders hibernated. Early tax reform talk made many owner-operators skittish. Overreacting? Perhaps...
LTC education offerings get ‘new’ degree, more attention
By
Marty Stempniak
May 08, 2018
Long-term care facilities are in desperate need of more trained professionals as the population continues to age, and the vendor and education communities are looking to help. Georgia Southwestern State...
Ask the Legal Expert about … liability for subcontractors
By
John Durso
May 08, 2018
One of our subcontractors did not follow our falls protocol. The person directed our staff to “let her rest and she will be OK.” The resident was severely injured and her condition was made worse by...
The Big Picture: Tough times? Adjust!
By
John O'Connor
May 08, 2018
It’s hardly news that many skilled care operators are now struggling. The rehab-switcheroo windfall has apparently played itself out at many properties. Meanwhile, occupancy levels generally remain...
Digital wound care market heating up
By
Marty Stempniak
May 08, 2018
The market for digitally measuring and treating wounds is heating up, with a recent cash infusion. Toronto-based Swift Medical has announced that it earned some $11.6 million in funding from a group of...
Hidden dangers: Protocols and best practices are needed to stave off bathing-acquired infections
By
John Hall
May 08, 2018
At the risk of sounding alarmist, your facility’s bath tubs and accessories such as lifts are likely going to make your residents sick — some experts say very sick. Unless, of course, you’re...
Reader poll: What is most memorable from your first day at your current job?
May 08, 2018
“I was a newbie on the job. I worked to develop rapport with the residents and staff. I always had wanted to work with Wesley Woods. I would ride past it and hope. It has changed so drastically over...
CMS forms free infection control course
By
Kimberly Marselas
May 08, 2018
A new, multi-day course is being designed by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to help nursing homes prepare for the infection preventionist requirement included in the revised final rules of...
Lawmakers demand answers, imply oversight is inadequate
By
James M. Berklan
May 08, 2018
Legislators’ request for sweeping information about federal regulators’ oversight of nursing homes is part of a House Energy and Commerce Committee official inquiry. A letter from four U.S....
Ask the Payment Expert about … swing bed rehab
By
Patricia Boyer
May 08, 2018
I am seeking info about rehab services in a swing bed setting. I know services need to be daily and require a skilled caregiver. Can OT or SLP alone meet the criteria without PT or nursing, if the need...