Repealing the Affordable Care Act remains a possibility, President Donald Trump continues to say in public declarations.
Efforts to restrict arbitration a growing industry concern
By
Elizabeth Newman
Feb 04, 2016
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ proposal to limit the use of pre-dispute arbitration agreements in skilled nursing facilities created the most angst for providers in 2015, according...
Information security improves at Medicare contractors: OIG
By
John Hall
Apr 22, 2015
Information security at nine selected Medicare administrative contractors, at least as of two years ago, was improving, according to a recent report by the Department of Health & Human Services Office...
Connexit improves flow of medication-related information
Feb 01, 2012
Remedi SeniorCare recently unveiled Connexit. This option lets long-term care facilities better communicate with the prescription services firm. Covered areas include complex medication orders, electronic...
House GOP continue with CLASS repeal efforts
Jan 18, 2012
With Congress back in session, House Republicans are back at trying to repeal the Affordable Care Act’s disability insurance benefit.
Republicans set to ruffle the feathers of healthcare reform
Jan 07, 2011
Republican House leaders have scheduled a vote for Wednesday to repeal extensive healthcare reforms passed and signed into law last year. As the new majority in that chamber, they are expected to pass...
CMS implements pay-for-performance dialysis rule
Jan 05, 2011
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services last week issued a final rule that sets up a pay-for-performance program for dialysis facilities.
Rosebud quickly delivers vital information to caregivers
Jun 16, 2009
Rosebud is the newest addition to the Rosie family of automated vital signs monitors. The portable unit is ideal for facilities requiring easy-to-use hospital-grade vital signs technology. In 45 seconds,...
Hospitals step up pressure-ulcer efforts
By
Haymarket Media
Sep 06, 2007
In an effort to prevent costly pressure ulcers and avoid non-payments, hospitals are embracing new care procedures – including some that nursing homes have long employed – the Wall Street Journal...
Report blasts QIOs’ efforts, questions leniency
By
Haymarket Media
Jun 14, 2007
A new report raises questions about whether contractors for quality improvement organizations are doing enough to detect and prevent quality of care problems in the Medicare program.