Because it does not allow for states’ consent, the proposed Medicaid Patient CARE Act block-grant program likely will be considered unconstitutional, say two public policy authorities.
Interoperability pressured
By
John Andrews
May 08, 2015
Congress is getting more involved in healthcare interoperability. Lawmakers have proposed legislation calling for changes to the process in order to speed up and broaden provider inclusion by the end of...
Reinventing rehab
By
John Andrews
Apr 06, 2015
SNFs have increased their presence in rehab for years, and now many need to replace, restore or otherwise reinvigorate their programs.
Serious side effects
By
John Andrews
Feb 01, 2015
New pain medication rules went into effect in October, forcing long-term care providers to grapple with how to ensure residents receive what they need
Back to faxing orders?
By
John Andrews
Jan 01, 2015
Medication order transmission standards changed from HL7 to NCPDP 10.6, but not all providers are caught up, increasing risks, time and possibility of errors
Raising sensitive issues
By
John Andrews
Nov 01, 2014
Wound care gets most of the attention, but ostomy management is another critical need for long-term care residents that deserves study, improvement
Rehab settings in flux
By
John Andrews
Aug 01, 2014
Providers are establishing therapy rooted in person-centered care, including activities that help cognitive functioning, balance, memory and awareness
Acuity takes a seat
By
John Andrews
Jul 01, 2014
Clinical conditions and needs play a big role in furnishing choices for long-term care communities; what you choose influences who you serve — and vice versa
Smartphone worm could put LTC facilities’ data at risk
By
John Andrews
Jun 01, 2014
The proliferation of wireless devices and seemingly limitless supply of apps have advanced communications capabilities to wondrous new heights. But there is a dark side as well, typified by the vulnerabilities...
HHS says providers should use tool for risk assessment
By
John Andrews
May 01, 2014
The HHS Office of National Coordinator for Health Information Technology and Office for Civil Rights are making a new security risk assessment tool available to help small- to mid-sized providers conduct...