Diagnosing cash flow problems in a SNF
Nursing homes operate in a difficult environment where they face constant financial pressures. On the revenues side are payers who are always trying to negotiate lower prices and slower payments. On the...
Paying for long-term care not unlike The Babysitter problem
It took decades to unravel, but I think I finally figured out why my parents had nine children.
Why LTC organizations should conduct end-of-life planning conversations
Advance end-of-life planning can spare patients unwanted, aggressive treatments and it can help physicians calibrate care in more reasonable manner.
What hostile work environment? The doctor only groped her once
In courtrooms, the prevailing notion is that everyone is supposed to get a fair shake. The facts of a case should determine its outcome; not whether one side happens to be more wealthy, powerful or connected....
The Eldercare Method: Using psychology for positive outcomes
Those of us in long-term care have undoubtedly witnessed incidents where residents become agitated and staff members don’t have the tools to prevent or manage their distress. Unfortunately, psychologists...
End-of-life decisions may cause confusion, anger
When I lived in Baltimore, a stray, mangy cat adopted us. I am not trying to equate my cat with someone’s parent, but I was reminded of Minou’s last days when reading the dissertation of Mariette...
Beacon Hill chooses executive chef
Beacon Hill, a senior living community in Lombard, IL, has hired Gabriel Lagunas as its executive chef.
Pennrose promotes Resciniti
Cristi Resciniti, CPA, has been promoted to chief financial officer at Pennrose Management Company. She joined the company a year ago as the controller.
Tape 101: Making it stick
For most of us, tape is not something we think much about until we need it for something, but a healthcare provider might be surprised by how many considerations go into picking the appropriate tape.
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