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...
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.
Supreme Court declines to hear appeal from former nursing home mogul Esformes
By
Josh Henreckson
Dec 12, 2023
The US Supreme court has rejected the appeal of Phillip Esformes, clearing the path for his continued prosecution on six counts related to a massive nursing home fraud scheme.
60 Seconds with…
Oct 01, 2009
Howard Gleckman, Senior Research Associate The Urban Institute
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.
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,”...
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.
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...
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...
Financing reform rift in LTC commission
By
Tim Mullaney
Nov 01, 2013
The Commission on Long-Term Care has released its full report to Congress, but some commissioners broke ranks, saying the bipartisan panel did not fulfill its mandate to offer recommendations for comprehensive...