Following the money: Complying with the False Claims Act is more important than ever for long-term care
By
John Andrews
Sep 01, 2009
The federal government is ramping up prosecutions of funding fraud under the False Claims Act. More than ever, nursing homes need to show compliance
A cut above the rest: skilled nursing facilities in the wound care specialty market
By
John Andrews
Nov 01, 2009
Skilled nursing facilities, which arguably have the right experience and expertise, may be ready to join the wound care specialty market. But can they compete?
A shifting climate: navigating an uncertain lending environment
By
John Andrews
Oct 01, 2009
The lending environment is better, but it is still unpredictable. Providers asking for capital should come prepared to prove their worthiness as borrowers
Getting in the groove: making the most out of your laundry and housekeeping team
By
John Andrews
Aug 01, 2009
Efficient laundry and housekeeping operations must have consistent routines, closely examined work processes and modern equipment, specialists say
Room with a view: the rising popularity of long-term care TV lounges
By
John Andrews
Jul 01, 2009
TV lounges have become focal points in long-term care facilities. Furniture, color schemes and amenities all are important to give them a homelike feel
A smooth operator: adherence to usage instructions for bathing equipment is easier said than done
By
John Andrews
May 01, 2009
Proper usage and regular maintenance of bathing and lift equipment are key to maximum product life and durability. Sounds simple enough, right?
Wound care: advanced tools and talented care teams lead to solid wound management
By
John Andrews
Mar 01, 2009
Advanced wound care tools help caregivers treat complicated pressure ulcers. But solid wound management also involves a talented care team
The deep freeze
By
John Andrews
Feb 01, 2009
After a year in which economic conditions have shaken housing sectors to their roots, long-term care pundits continue searching for bright spots
Trouble afoot
By
John Andrews
Aug 01, 2008
Technological innovation has helped wound care progress, but as challenges rise, caregivers must persist, stay sharp
A war on bugs
By
John Andrews
Jun 01, 2008
Nursing homes are fighting against the spread of a new era of infections – tough, resilient and prevalent in the community