CMS: Medicare SNF reimbursements to rise by $500 million
By
Elizabeth Newman
Apr 16, 2015
Medicare would increase skilled nursing facility reimbursements by 1.4%, or $500 million, in 2016 under an updated payment rate proposed Wednesday.
Psoriasis treatment released
By
Elizabeth Newman
Feb 12, 2019
Prosoria has entered the market as the first once-daily treatment for patients.
Incontinence pilot program brings PSL facilities success
By
Elizabeth Newman
Feb 04, 2016
With pressure on continence care mounting for long-term care providers, Presbyterian Senior Living said it recently was able to cut its continence care product cost by more than 52% in just three months.
Long-term care has better commenters
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jan 29, 2015
Part of the job for anyone who writes is the potential for receiving nasty comments. In some cases, this can lead to big problems.
Washington facility chooses new laundry solution
By
Elizabeth Newman
Feb 19, 2019
Odd Fellows Home in Walla Walla, WA, has recently invested in an Continental Girbau Aquawing Variable Injection Ozone System (Aquawing), the company said.
New option for psoriasis
By
Elizabeth Newman
Dec 11, 2018
Luma Therapeutics has launched a light-based therapy for plaque psoriasis.
Elidah Inc., a Connecticut-based woman-owned medical device company, has launched the ELITONE®, described as the first and only patented medical device providing non-invasive treatment for stress urinary...
Barking up the right tree
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jan 17, 2012
Nursing homes come to the rescue of elderly loved ones every day. But a story out of Springfield, IL, shows they can also come to the aid of our furry friends.
New wearable biosensor debuts
By
Elizabeth Newman
Feb 12, 2019
VitalConnect has introduced its Vista Solution 2.0 during HIMSS 19.
Avoid treating persistent wounds with aspirin: Study
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jul 01, 2014
Non-aspirin pain relievers may be a better choice for residents with chronic wounds, according to new research.