We have created a system to offer visibility to help providers see denied claims, an enhanced workflow for staff to act quickly, and reporting to adjust processing based on payer and reason code.
Happy Birthday, Donald Duck! Your care plan is ready
By
Jacqueline Vance, RNC, CDONA/LTC
Jun 13, 2017
Donald Duck officially turned 83 years old on Friday, having been “born” in 1934. I have to wonder: If he were in a long-term care facility today, what would his person-centered care plan look...
Of arbitration victories and payback
By
John O'Connor
Jun 12, 2017
In a year already chock full of regulatory victories, last week’s development about arbitration clauses might turn out to be the best of the bunch. But …
A big threat gone, but bigger threat looms
By
James M. Berklan
Jun 08, 2017
Providers are thrilled with the administration’s decision to rescind an order to ban pre-dispute arbitration agreements. But they also know they can’t let their guard down.
Enforcement focus remains on LTC
By
Matt Curley
Jun 07, 2017
The healthcare industry has continued to face heightened enforcement efforts by federal and state regulators in recent years, and few sectors of the industry have been affected more than long-term care...
Palliative care: A pathway to value-based care for nursing homes
By
Diane E. Meier, M.D., FACP
Jun 05, 2017
Nursing homes are under mounting pressure to improve quality of care.
Clinical and financial ramifications of undiagnosed depression in SNFs
By
Robert W. Figlerski, Ph.D.
Jun 02, 2017
If I were to tell you that a virus was spreading throughout the world and more than 300 million people were infected — roughly the population of the United States — you would probably be alarmed.
Self-inspections and how they provide safety
By
Scott Harkins
May 26, 2017
The appearance of a facility’s buildings and grounds helps form the first impression visitors have.
LTC’s ‘diamond in the rough’ elevated to center stage
By
James M. Berklan
May 24, 2017
Eye-rollers might be inclined to snort at the thought of “just another” research center popping up. But they might want to have another think after Tuesday’s big long-term care announcement.
Payment accuracy is a calling
By
Kristin Walter
May 22, 2017
Careers in the healthcare field span such a wide variety of applications – with some passionately drawn to provide care for vulnerable patients like children or the elderly, while others are attracted...