AHCA joins hospital association in urging for more time on complex interoperability rules
By
Marty Stempniak
Mar 25, 2019
The nation’s largest nursing home lobbying group has joined the American Hospital Association to urge federal health officials to hold off on new interoperability measures.
Inspector General investigating nursing home staffing: Report
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Marty Stempniak
Aug 31, 2018
A federal government watchdog is launching an investigation into enforcement of nursing home staffing standards in the wake of a high-profile New York Times report on the issue.
Bill would address state’s CNA shortages by lowering requirements
By
Marty Stempniak
May 13, 2019
Wisconsin lawmakers are looking to trim heavy training requirements on certified nursing assistants in an effort to help fill vacancies.
Venue-shopping law change could lead to ‘skyrocketing’ liability claims, SNF experts warn
By
Marty Stempniak
Jan 24, 2019
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court is exploring whether to allow plaintiffs’ attorneys to “venue shop” for the court with the highest payout. Such a move has healthcare advocates worried about the possibility...
Rule would shield skilled care providers from violating their religious principles
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Marty Stempniak
May 03, 2019
Skilled care employees would not be required to perform duties that violate their religious beliefs, under legislation that was introduced Thursday.
Researchers excited about SNF innovations to address ‘chaotic’ hospital transitions
By
Marty Stempniak
Oct 29, 2018
The transition from hospital to skilled nursing facility continues to frequently be rushed and “chaotic,” new research results show. But SNFs are also starting to implement new systems to address the...
New IT survey shows other providers struggling to connect with skilled nursing facilities
By
Marty Stempniak
Nov 02, 2018
Interoperability between hospitals and nursing homes remains a major challenge, according to a new survey.
House effort to cut red tape for SNFs gets thumbs up from industry advocate
By
Marty Stempniak
Sep 07, 2018
An effort by two congressmen to ease administrative burdens for skilled nursing providers is garnering applause from the industry this week.
LTC provider helps employees with housing to boost recruiting efforts
By
Marty Stempniak
Oct 05, 2018
Not every nursing home wants to become its employees’ landlord, but a Canadian facility is branching out in an effort to boost recruitment.
Exploding hospice industry vulnerable to fraud, OIG says
By
Marty Stempniak
Aug 01, 2018
The hospice care industry has ballooned in interest over recent years. But at the same time, nursing home residents and others receiving such care are often subject to improper care and fraudulent billing,...