Nursing home deficiencies, substandard care declining, federal regulators say
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Mar 30, 2016
The percentage of nursing homes that received deficiency-free surveys is steadily increasing, according to a new data report released by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.
Readmissions, capital sessions conclude McKnight’s Online Expo today
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Mar 30, 2016
The tenth annual McKnight’s Online Expo concludes today with sessions on reducing readmissions and taking advantage of capital sources.
TODAY’S THE DAY: Online Expo starts at 10 a.m. ET
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Mar 29, 2016
McKnight’s Online Expo is back for its 10th year today, with sessions beginning at 10 a.m. ET. Registration is still open and ongoing throughout events today and Wednesday.
ONE DAY TO GO: McKnight’s Online Expo kicks off tomorrow
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Mar 28, 2016
McKnight’s kicks off its 10th annual Online Expo tomorrow. Educational webinars, free continuing education credits and a one-of-a-kind virtual exhibit hall help make this a unique event.
CMS unveils new skilled nursing payment model to reduce hospitalizations, costs
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Mar 25, 2016
A new payment model released by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on Thursday aims to reduce avoidable hospitalizations by amping up the medical treatments skilled nursing facilities are able...
DOL releases final rule requiring employers to disclose anti-union activity
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Mar 25, 2016
Employers will be required to report any anti-union and collective bargaining activity to employees under the final version of a “persuader” rule issued by the Department of Labor on Thursday.
FDA to beef up warnings on opioid painkillers
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Mar 24, 2016
Labels for certain opioid pain medications will soon be required to carry a warning about the drugs’ risks of misuse and death, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced Tuesday.
New round of HIPAA audits begin, with focus on providers’ business associates
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Mar 23, 2016
The second phase of HIPAA audits will focus on healthcare providers as well as their business associates, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Civil Rights announced this week.
Telemedicine on the rise: Find out more at the Online Expo next week
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Mar 23, 2016
Telemedicine is gaining ground as a hot topic in the healthcare realm, with experts forecasting major growth for the technology in 2016.
A person-centered road trip
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Mar 22, 2016
The road to person-centered care is a long one, paved with good intentions but filled with potential barriers and roadblocks.