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...
Wound app cuts ulcers — and citations
By
Kimberly Marselas
Apr 12, 2024
Digital wound care technology led to a 13.1% reduction in pressure injuries a year after 128 facilities in a large skilled nursing chain began using a new platform, according to a large study published...
Learn about the evolving Medicare payment landscape at Feb. 4 webinar
Feb 04, 2016
Providers need to understand the current value-based purchasing landscape for post-acute care. They can learn this by attending “The Evolving Medicare Payment Landscape: How PAC Providers Can Prepare.”
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...
Bundled payments covered at Oct. 5 webinar
Sep 23, 2016
Review the past, present and future of bundles.
Teresa Chase named CEO at American HealthTech
Sep 28, 2011
Teresa Chase has been named CEO at American HealthTech, the firm announced. Former CEO Bill Caldwell will remain board chair. “Since joining us nine years ago, Teresa Chase has energized our company,”...
For dialysis recipients, antibody response lowest with Ad26.COV2.S
Oct 27, 2021
Patients receiving attenuated adenovirus vaccine more likely to have no seroconversion, no detectable or diminished IgG response