I’d like to announce that the folks who run Medicare Advantage plans will be shaking in their boots soon, fearful of what authorities are going to do to them.
How to compare Obamacare and its House GOP replacement bill — in a nutshell
By
James M. Berklan
May 11, 2017
I’m happy to report I might have found a near CliffsNotes equivalent for the recently passed American Health Care Act. You know, the Obamacare repeal and replace bill that the House passed last week.
No need to read this if your job is stress-free
By
James M. Berklan
Mar 31, 2022
While caring for the elderly, you might think you’re in a unique situation, and believe the stress you regularly feel is a unique burden.
You’re not going to believe who deserves a pat on the back
By
James M. Berklan
Jan 15, 2020
Sometimes you’re right when you complain about “the man” coming after you. But sometimes credit must be given where credit is due.
A reason for providers to smile amid so much angst
By
James M. Berklan
Nov 30, 2017
Sure, a tax overhaul bill that has a significant segment of providers quivering is picking up steam and should be on the president’s desk soon. But there’s also other legislation being considered...
Will blockbuster ProMedica-HCR ManorCare deal work? We’ll know ‘fairly quickly’
By
James M. Berklan
Aug 02, 2018
While leaders of both HCR ManorCare and its new parent company, the ProMedica healthcare system, brim with confidence over their new, joint capabilities, they realize there are whispers in the corridors...
Note to providers: Go down swinging or get eaten alive
By
James M. Berklan
Feb 23, 2018
If you feel like you’re getting picked on, you should fight back. Scrap like hell, thrash about and do anything you can to cause a ruckus and save yourself. What does this have to do with long-term...
Proof election year is no time to take anything for granted
By
James M. Berklan
Feb 24, 2016
It seems you can’t count on anything for certain in an election year — just ask any Trump skeptic – and that could mean special things for long-term care.
Therapy caps a big step closer to extinction
By
James M. Berklan
Oct 27, 2017
Could this really be happening? Medicare Part B therapy caps took a huge step toward vanishing for good on Thursday.
Sorry, CMS, this time you’ve gone too far
By
James M. Berklan
Oct 08, 2019
Life as a regulator can be a thankless job, but sometimes it involves admitting that you’re just outright wrong.