CMS proposes changes to help bolster Medicaid managed care; providers see a mixed bag
By
Marty Stempniak
Nov 09, 2018
The federal government is proposing “significant” changes to private Medicaid plans that it hopes will relieve regulatory burdens and allow states more flexibility. Skilled care providers, however,...
Election results ‘overall good’ for skilled nursing, top advocate says
By
Marty Stempniak
Nov 08, 2018
The results of Tuesday’s mid-term elections may be a mixed bag for America’s two biggest political parties, but it’s a likely a net positive for the skilled nursing field.
Nursing home leader hands out ‘blessing bags’ to fellow vets
By
Marty Stempniak
Nov 08, 2018
When Jennifer Anthony relocated to Baltimore for work, she just couldn’t bring herself to walk past the homeless army veterans she’d see on a daily basis.
Provider settles dispute over unrequested room upgrades in new building
By
Marty Stempniak
Nov 06, 2018
A dispute between a Kentucky nursing home operator and a handful of Medicaid residents over an extra charge for a larger room has been settled out of court, with the provider backing away from its attempts...
EXCLUSIVE EXCERPT: Larry Minnix’s 12 secrets to successful aging
By
James M. Berklan
Oct 29, 2018
Retired LeadingAge President and CEO Larry Minnix has published his first book, an inspirational self-help volume for people of all walks of life, “Hallowed Ground: Stories of Successful Aging.” Reprinted...
Provider claims victory in ‘blockbuster’ battle with state regulators
By
Marty Stempniak
Oct 26, 2018
A Maryland skilled care provider has settled a long-running court dispute with state officials, agreeing to halt operations and pay back a small portion of what state regulators had originally sought.
Long-term care nurses need better pay, professional development push, expert says
By
Elizabeth Newman
Oct 19, 2018
Only about a third of long-term care nurses are receiving a bonus, merit-based raise or cost-of living increase annually, according to a new survey.
Long-term care institute compiling ‘No Brainers’
By
James M. Berklan
Oct 18, 2018
A leading long-term care institute is asking long-term care professionals to send in examples of “no brainer” regulations or practices that should be changed or eradicated for the betterment of resident...
Supreme Court declines to hear Kindred arbitration case for the second time
By
Marty Stempniak
Oct 11, 2018
A dispute between over a Kindred arbitration case has likely come to the end of the road, with the U.S. Supreme Court declining to review the case for a second round.
Skilled care sector could thrive if GOP, Dems split in November elections, chief lobbyist says
By
Marty Stempniak
Oct 10, 2018
SAN DIEGO — It’s likely the November election will end in a split, with Democrats taking the House and Republicans holding onto the Senate, and that outcome could prove ideal for the nursing home field.