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...
Consultant pharmacists group forms for-profit subsidiary
Jun 13, 2008
The American Society of Consultant Pharmacists (ASCP) this week announced the launch of ASCP Ventures, Inc., a for-profit subsidiary of ASCP.
Report: Frail seniors unlikely to be saved during pandemic
May 06, 2008
The “very elderly” likely won’t receive life-saving treatment in the event of a pandemic emergency, a new report states.
McKnight’s coverage earns top honors
May 02, 2008
The McKnight’s Long-Term Care editorial staff has won two Gold Awards and two Bronze Awards, organizers of the ASHPE 2008 Awards competition announced this week.
Ask the payment expert
Feb 06, 2008
When should we start training our staff on the MDS 3.0?
Group outlines roles of long-term care leaders
By
Liza Berger
Oct 01, 2007
Most long-term care professionals are generally aware of the role of medical director. Still, it is common to confuse the duties of the medical director with those of the attending physician.
Pharmacists warn of prescription denials for Medicaid residents
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Haymarket Media
Jul 23, 2007
Medicaid beneficiaries in nursing homes and other settings will be denied access to medications starting Oct. 1 if a mandate for “tamper-resistant” prescription pads is not changed. That’s...
CMS issues guidance on coding for fluids
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Haymarket Media
Jun 25, 2007
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has issued a new Minimum Data Set sheet to clarify providers’ questions on coding for fluids administered for nutrition and hydration.
Opinion : Kudos: Expo was ‘creative and time-effective’
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Haymarket Media
Apr 11, 2007
When I first heard about McKnight’s “Online EXPO,” I was really intrigued. The idea of being able to investigate and navigate through so many vendors without leaving my desk was refreshing....
Four groups of long-term care professionals form coalition
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Haymarket Media
Feb 21, 2007
Four long-term care organizations – representing different professions in the field – have teamed up to create a new coalition, the Long Term Care Professional Leadership Council.