Hewlett-Packard Co. and Dell Inc. announced that some of their new computers are being delayed because of a technical flaw in an Intel Corp. chip. HP said notebooks and desktop computers have been mostly...
Senators: Recovery audit contractors might be doubling up tasks; campaign against fraud gears up
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McKnight's Staff
May 03, 2012
Members of the Senate Finance Committee say they are concerned that the functions completed by independent contractors — known as recovery audit contractors (RACs) and Zone Program Integrity Contractors...
Clinical briefs for Monday, Nov. 20
Nov 20, 2023
New study highlights urgent need for specific biomarkers in vascular cognitive impairment and dementia diagnosis … $3.9 million NIH grant supports research on effects of integrated palliative care on...
Senior Living Investment Brokerage arranges sale of Illinois facility
Jan 04, 2017
Woodridge Supportive Living in Pontiac, IL, which was created as an alternative to skilled nursing for seniors, has been sold to an assisted living and memory care provider.
Graham-Field moves division back to America
Feb 15, 2011
GF Health Products Inc. (“Graham-Field”)—a leading manufacturer and distributor of medical products—announced the relocation of its Lumex Recliner Production operations from Taiwan. The...
Kindred confirms its sale for $4.1 billion in multi-firm deal
By
Kimberly Marselas
Dec 20, 2017
Kindred Healthcare announced Tuesday that its board has agreed to an acquisition by Humana Inc. and two private equity partners in all cash deal.
Adapter Connects glucose monitors to iPhones and iPads
Jun 26, 2012
Glooko Inc. recently launched its Glooko IR Adapter. The product lets Accu-Check users track their blood glucose levels on iPhones and iPods. Patients can add notes and export their records to share with...
Also in the News for Tuesday, Nov. 6
By
Marty Stempniak
Nov 06, 2018
MatrixCare to be acquired by tech vendor ResMed … Experts want to get to the bottom of proper vomit clean up in long-term care … NYC council casts key vote, paving way for Big Apple’s first CCRC...
New PillStation system to undergo medication-adherence testing
Sep 28, 2010
SentiCare Inc. has received funding for three medication-adherence studies. The firm’s new PillStation system will be tested for its effectiveness among patients with varying health issues. One study...
Partnership gives PointRight access to California providers
Nov 15, 2011
PointRight Inc. announced a partnership with the California Association of Health Facilities. This collaboration will give CAHF members access to data analytics. PointRight will gain exposure to operators...