Nursing home operators vow to fight for Medicaid relief during lame-duck session
Nov 09, 2010
With Republicans looking to rein in government spending during the upcoming lame-duck session of Congress, American Health Care Association President and CEO Bruce Yarwood is concerned that the House will...
Long-term care reform tops agenda at AAHSA spring conference
Apr 21, 2009
The stakes have never been higher at the American Association of Homes and Services for the Aging’s annual spring conference and exhibition, the group’s leader told McKnight’s on Monday...
Reforms cut number of lawsuits filed against Florida nursing homes
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Haymarket Media
Jan 21, 2004
Broad nursing home reforms passed three years ago in Florida have cut the number of lawsuits filed against nursing homes, according to a study undertaken by the highest profile law firm that sues long-term...
State leaders meet to discuss funding, legislative challenges
Jul 23, 2010
Policymakers will have their eyes on the National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) Legislative Summit from Sunday through Wednesday in Louisville, KY. States’ funding crises, including what...
With Congress waltzing off, reform advocates will need to start singing a different tune next week
Jul 30, 2009
So much for the healthcare reform fast track. On Monday, the House will begin a summer recess that extends into September. The Senate will start its annual summer break one week later. That means healthcare...
Three companies merge to create home care juggernaut
Apr 17, 2018
Three firms announced they will merge to form one of the nation’s largest home care companies.
Study: Physician growth higher in tort-reform states
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Haymarket Media
Jun 13, 2005
States that enacted malpractice reforms had an increase in their overall supply of physicians, according to a study in the current issue of JAMA.
Long-term care financing reform presents area of opportunity for presidential candidates
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Kathryn Roberts
Sep 24, 2008
Sens. John McCain and Barack Obama should not overlook the potential impact of long-term care financing reform.
Editors’ Blog: Holding back the hounds on LTC reform
Jun 05, 2009
Something was missing Thursday when providers stormed Capitol Hill: A flag bearer for long-term care reform.
Senate bill addresses significant nursing home challenges
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Haymarket Media
Aug 06, 2007
Senators late last week introduced a bill that offers reform in the areas of nursing home technology, employment and reimbursement.