Editor’s desk: not everyone is upset with the new nursing home five-star rating system
By
James M. Berklan
Mar 01, 2009
The first-ever public rating system for nursing homes has kept up its ability to get people talking. And calculating. And writing letters. And scratching their heads.
Heeere’s … (your new and improved) McKnight’s!
By
James M. Berklan
Nov 01, 2021
McKnight’s. As you’ve surely noticed by now, this magazine has changed since the last time you saw it. We’ve modernized our layout, content flow and logo.
Enjoy the good times—they won’t last forever
By
James M. Berklan
Sep 01, 2008
Does it seem like the job’s been a bit extra stressful lately? Maybe the co-workers aren’t stepping up to the plate enough? Is the pressure from above getting to you? Or you’re already...
Long-term care to go Ivy League for new research
By
James M. Berklan
Jun 01, 2014
It appears that the nation’s largest association of nursing home operators has decided to buy itself a whole lot of credibility. I mean that only in a good way.
4th Tech Awards program a perfect chance to thrive
By
James M. Berklan
Jun 05, 2015
I’ve learned after many years of covering long-term care that certain things are sure to arouse providers’ anger — over-regulation, under-payment and reckless media accounts among them.
Coronavirus highlights dedicated workforce
By
James M. Berklan
Apr 01, 2020
Perhaps providers haven’t let down their guard enough, but as of this writing, there hasn’t been panic whenever I’ve talked to them about coronavirus implications. Sure, there’s concern, but more...
Manganos’ verdict hardly a bright shining moment
By
James M. Berklan
Oct 01, 2007
Exactly six months ago in this space I wrote that the trial of Sal and Mabel Mangano could turn out to be an excellent opportunity for them, and nursing homes in general, to shine. Dire circumstances often...
Feds’ new pay-for-quality goals are OK, except …
By
James M. Berklan
Mar 05, 2015
Long-term care providers weren’t outwardly jumping for joy when it was announced that Medicare is going to start paying for quality, and not quantity, of services.
Editor’s Desk: When new MDS starts, ignorance won’t be bliss
By
James M. Berklan
Jun 01, 2010
It’s said if you really want to learn something, teach it. Let’s hope that’s true.
Editor’s desk: In a sea of issues, looking at what is most important
By
James M. Berklan
Nov 29, 2011
It was both flattering and intimidating. At the LeadingAge convention, someone asked me to state my hopes for the future of long-term care. What a thrill to be asked, but with all the possibilities, where...