More collaboration between Medicare and Medicaid fraud detection programs is needed, report finds
By
McKnight's Staff
Mar 22, 2012
More communication is needed between Medicare and Medicaid’s respective program integrity officials, a new report suggests.
McKnight’s Online Expo starts today!
By
McKnight's Staff
Mar 21, 2012
A record-breaking number of participants have signed up for the 6th Annual McKnight’s Online Expo, the largest online trade show for the long-term care community.
Where to find funding?
By
John O'Connor
Mar 01, 2012
In many ways, 2011 was the year of the REIT, or real estate investment trust. Compared to alternative funding sources, REITs were flush with cash — and willing to spend.
Matching pay rates to slow
By
James M. Berklan
Mar 01, 2012
Lower Medicaid federal matching rates will be in place for about 30 states in fiscal 2014, according to a report from the National Association of Medicaid Directors. Just a handful of states will see an...
Therapy whistleblower suit allowed to proceed in MN
By
McKnight's Staff
Mar 01, 2012
An occupational therapy assistant will be able to move forward with a lawsuit against her former employer over what she says were fraudulent therapy claims.
McKnight’s online expo tackles sources of capital for 2012
Feb 22, 2012
Prices for assisted living communities grew 45% in 2011, to $156,900 per unit, according to a new report. Senior living industry analysts were encouraged by the results of the report, which showed that...
Digital Care Systems introduces enhanced emergency call system
Feb 21, 2012
Digital Care Systems Inc. recently introduced the latest versions of its Care-Call System Model CC-5900. This new system offers more features and upgrades than any previously introduced version, including...
OnShift recognizes top schedulers
Feb 21, 2012
OnShift announced five winners of its first annual Scheduler of the Year Awards. The recipients exemplify “commitment, flexibility, and focus in leading the employee scheduling efforts in long-term...
A new Medicare overhaul proposed by two Republican senators on Thursday would save an estimated $200 billion to $500 billion over 10 years by way of “premium support.”
Compliance with confidence
By
Steven Littlehale
Feb 16, 2012
Undergoing the annual survey and certification process and demonstrating compliance with federal and requirements are a critical – and sometimes daunting – obligation of any nursing home operator...