Are the therapy caps back? Well, sort of. Here’s a quick summary of the current regulations that were recently passed and how they affect you.
Effectively screen those residents
By
Shelly Mesure, MS, OTR/L
Feb 09, 2012
It’s not much of a surprise that many therapists are excellent at everything in their job — except screening.
Medical necessity — slippery for some
By
Shelly Mesure, MS, OTR/L
Dec 02, 2011
Medical necessity has become a common phrase in healthcare terminology, but what exactly does it mean? Unfortunately, this term has become very subjective and is the primary reason we have been denied...
How old is too old?
By
Shelly Mesure, MS, OTR/L
Sep 06, 2011
“They don’t need rehab, they’re too old!” How many times have we heard or even asked this question? Did you know that Regis Philbin turned 80 on August 25? The Dancing with the...
Clarification: Increasing rehospitalization rates ‘multifaceted’ problem
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Haymarket Media
Sep 15, 2006
An item in Tuesday’s Daily Update did not fully enough discuss the views of Dr. Andrew Kramer, head of the Division of Health Care Policy and Research at the University of Colorado at Denver and...
Mobile MedSoft announces e-prescription rollout
Feb 11, 2015
RNA Holdings LLC/Mobile MedSoft has successfully integrated and rolled out the iAMOS Doctor EPCS (Electronic Prescription for Controlled Substances) application, the company said.
Oxford Finances LLC arranges $6M loan for Synergy Health Centers
Jun 24, 2014
Oxford Finances LLC has arranged a $6.1 million loan to finance the expansion of Synergy Health Centers, a private company in New Jersey that specializes in healthcare delivery in the skilled nurse setting....
Wall panels with an edge
By
Elizabeth Newman
Jul 17, 2013
InPro Corporation has launched a new Palladium Wall Panel System that combines edge protectant technology.
Leading homecare provider continues expansion
Apr 03, 2018
One of the leading providers of home-based care is continuing to expand with the recent acquisition of Iowa’s top homecare agency.
Lorien Health Services rebrands
By
Elizabeth Newman
Feb 19, 2019
Lorien Health Services has debuted a new logo and tagline, reflecting a new chapter for the 40-year-old family-owned company. The logo reflects a “modern aesthetic,” the company said. Its new tagline...