Federal report recommends killing certificates of need for nursing homes
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Marty Stempniak
Dec 05, 2018
A new federal report is suggesting getting rid of certificate of need requirements for nursing homes to help fuel more choice and competition in the field.
Kindred shareholders approve sale to Humana
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Marty Stempniak
Apr 06, 2018
Another milestone was reached Thursday on the road to combining two healthcare behemoths, one of them a former skilled nursing giant.
Providers say not so fast, as state contends foot-dragging over return of $60M in duplicate payments
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Marty Stempniak
Apr 08, 2019
Nursing home industry advocates in Rhode Island are bristling at a report that state Medicaid contractors are having to hunt down providers to take back $60 million in payments.
Nursing home preparations in overdrive after deadly hurricane season
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Marty Stempniak
Jul 24, 2018
Thousands of healthcare providers are in full-scale prep mode as the one-year anniversary of a storm that led to the deaths of a dozen residents at one Florida nursing home quickly approaches.
Providers pushing for more telehealth flexibility after CMS opens up virtual visits to Medicare Advantage...
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Marty Stempniak
Apr 09, 2019
Providers will be able to offer more telemedicine services to seniors in private Medicare plans, thanks to changes announced Friday. But nursing home advocates are pushing for more, hoping the technology...
Provider claims victory in ‘blockbuster’ battle with state regulators
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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.
Lawsuit over observation status, SNF payment finally going to trial
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Marty Stempniak
Mar 29, 2019
A years-long court battle over one of the biggest thorns in skilled nursing’s side may finally be going to trial, and the outcome could have big implications for providers and patients.
First bankruptcy, now Senior Care properties put on Sabra chopping block for $385M
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Marty Stempniak
Dec 07, 2018
Sabra Health Care is finalizing a deal to sell the properties occupied by its largest operator, which filed for bankruptcy earlier this week.
AHCA chief Parkinson: This is our ‘toughest time,’ offers tips to turn the tide
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Marty Stempniak
Oct 09, 2018
SAN DIEGO — The head of the largest long-term and senior care trade group didn’t sugarcoat the current state of affairs Monday. In his 25 years in the field, this might be the most challenging climate...
Senior care nurses welcome new legislation that addresses violence in the workplace
By
Marty Stempniak
Nov 20, 2018
Nurses working in the long-term care field are pleased to see a proposed rule that aims to address violence that can occur in the workplace.