The nation’s nursing facilities, assisted-living facilities, inpatient rehabilitation facilities and home care providers — and their long-term care (LTC) workforces — are at the forefront of the...
New models predict SNF hospital readmission rates
By
Steven Littlehale
Jan 21, 2015
If a skilled nursing facility were an overall Five Star performer, you would think that it would provide the best care and have the fewest rehospitalizations, right?
Rising tide of medical cannabis
Mar 09, 2016
While there is some concern about potential abuse of medical cannabis, it is overshadowed by its potential benefits.
Balanced blend is key to innovation success
By
John O'Connor
May 07, 2012
These days, almost every industry event features a session about preparing for the road ahead. Inevitably, the same siren song can soon be heard: innovate or else.
Tired of looking for stuff in all the wrong places?
By
John O'Connor
Aug 24, 2015
Many senior living professionals have had to settle for content that was created for another sector that’s not quite them. Or worse, settle for stuff that has little to do with their day job. The...
Providers must see clearly before they CHOW down
By
Richard Cheng
Sep 29, 2014
When a skilled nursing facility changes ownership, the change is known in healthcare vernacular as a change of ownership or “CHOW.” Because this could wind up endangering a Medicare provider...
A chance to make your staff very, very happy
By
John O'Connor
May 06, 2013
It’s your turn to risk having an excited staff. Starting today, the second annual McKnight’s Excellence In Technology Awards program is officially underway.
The RAW data truth about Medicare Part B
By
Renee Kinder
Feb 27, 2020
If there is a buzzword being used in our industry right now, it would be “data.” What will your data say about you?
Competency Final Rule elements in focus at March 26 webinar
By
James M. Berklan
Mar 16, 2020
“Competency is Critical … 2.0” is the title of a March 26 webinar that will help providers on their way to better care and compliance with nursing homes’ Final Rule. The hour long session will...
SNF survival in an aging society
Jul 24, 2017
With the prevalence of multiple chronic conditions rising to three in four of those aged 65 and older, we face a ballooning number of people within the largest category of total Medicare spend –...