Enabling conflict-free case management
As our population ages and the number of people with disabilities increases, the demand for long-term services and support will surge. Meeting this demand requires a continuum of LTSS, and one of the most...
Asking for the medical record
Millions of dollars have been paid by nursing homes who unsuccessfully defended themselves against incomplete or absent documentation. There are not as many legal guidelines regarding medical records maintenance...
A ‘Super’ physician-pay fix in the making?
I suppose it’s only fitting that during the week of the season’s biggest football game, Washington healthcare wonks are discussing a potential huge punt of their own.
‘Devil Nurse’ helps keep things in perspective
Are you having a bad day? Maybe some nagging personnel problems? Or perhaps you’re concerned about how the poor judgment of one employee could reflect negatively on the reputation of your facility...
Carver Cheney joins Novack Burnbaum Crystal
Kathleen Carver Cheney has joined Novack Burnbaum Crystal LLP as a partner. She represents healthcare providers, focusing on long-term and post-acute care
Provider networks: Too big to succeed?
At this point, you’re well aware that the Affordable Care Act is putting pressure on post-acute providers to partner with hospitals and physician groups. A recent whistleblower case in California...
McKnight’s 8th Online Expo to start March 26
Long-term care providers can now access McKnight’s Online Expo sessions, which occurred live March 26 and 27, in our online archive.
Planning for drug shortages in LTC
Regional, national and local drug shortages are constantly changing. One month there may be a severe shortage of one item, while the next month healthcare providers have access to a steady supply. This...
Long-term care services are a-changin’
With the advent of the Affordable Care Act, the healthcare field is attracting a lot of attention these days. Young adults starting their professional lives, as well as mid-career adults seeking change...
Time for long-term care to take a lesson from the NRA?
It’s funny, most of the time, Congress gets along about as well as the Hatfields and the McCoys. But if there is one thought that seems to unify our elected officials, it’s this: Nursing homes...
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