GAO: States still need to meet critical guidelines in implementing Medicaid expansion
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McKnight's Staff
Aug 07, 2012
Even the states that have committed to expanding their Medicaid programs under the Affordable Care Act want additional guidance from the government, a new federal report finds.
The government often hires “overzealous” investigators to detect fraudulent Medicare and Medicaid billing practices, a new report alleges. These examiners often target technical errors instead...
McKnight’s August Super Tuesday webcast: Tech partnerships are key
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McKnight's Staff
Aug 01, 2012
Health information management and providers’ future needs for linking appropriately with other stakeholders were in focus for the August McKnight’s Super Tuesday webcast. The event remains...
Senators demand more data on Medicare fraud prevention efforts
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McKnight's Staff
Aug 01, 2012
A multimillion dollar Medicare fraud-fighting command center unveiled by the federal government a week ago is already drawing fire from two Republican lawmakers.
Federal officials announced two updated quality indicator submission requirements for inpatient rehabilitation facilities (IRFs) on Thursday.
Last call for McKnight’s Technology Awards
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McKnight's Staff
Jul 27, 2012
Today is the last day for providers to enter the First Annual McKnight’s Excellence in Technology Awards — Connect Our World competition.
Restorative nursing boosts resident care and billing levels, expert explains
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McKnight's Staff
Jul 25, 2012
Activities of daily living and restorative nursing present good chances to optimize reimbursement, a nursing expert said Tuesday at the National Association of Directors of Nursing Administration/Long-Term...
Nursing home residents informed about their exposure to hip fracture risk during trial
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McKnight's Staff
Jul 23, 2012
Academic investigators at four locations are sending explanatory letters to over 1,300 nursing home residents who were placed in harm’s way during a study testing hip-protecting undergarments.
CMS frees up $275 million for state coordinated care initiatives
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McKnight's Staff
Jul 23, 2012
States eager to test payment reform models for federal health programs can apply for awards totaling $275 million, courtesy of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Scrutiny of skilled nursing facilities intensifies with Nursing Home Compare overhaul
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McKnight's Staff
Jul 19, 2012
The government’s Nursing Home Compare website now includes more information about surveyor inspection findings and antipsychotic medication usage, officials announced Tuesday.