If it seems like it’s silly season again in Washington, maybe that’s because it is. Congress can take a bow.
Judged by the company we keep
By
John O'Connor
Jan 25, 2021
I was reminded of one of my mother’s wise assessments last week while reading about two businessmen from our field who had a problem following rules.
Nursing facilities might soon face another unfair burden
By
John O'Connor
Oct 12, 2019
I am opposed to forcing skilled care operators to pay for a problem caused by another entity., which is exactly what will happen if an otherwise well-intended bill becomes law in its current form.
MedPAC needs a new role, Rockefeller says
By
John O'Connor
Sep 01, 2009
Sen. John Rockefeller IV (D-WV), chairman of the Senate Finance Subcommittee on Health, continues to advocate for a stronger role for the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC).
Tax bill reveals a great divide in long-term care
By
John O'Connor
Dec 04, 2017
One of the more interesting aspects of the epic battle over the tax reform bill has been this sector’s response. One major long-term care organization continues to blast proposed changes while the...
Talk about tech tools
By
John O'Connor
Jul 02, 2012
After reading through some of the numerous applications for our first annual McKnight’s Excellence In Technology Awards — Connect Our World, I’m here to tell you that plenty of tech-based...
GE, Microsoft to launch health data firm
By
John O'Connor
Feb 01, 2012
Microsoft announced that it will partner with General Electric to form a new company that makes healthcare information more accessible. The partners said they hope to optimize the treatment that healthcare...
GOP leaders promise bills will be approved
By
John O'Connor
Dec 01, 2014
Republicans were able to retake control of the Senate, while adding to their margin in the U.S. House. Now comes the hard part: actually governing.
For many residents, the shoe doesn’t fit
By
John O'Connor
Oct 01, 2012
Many people with diabetes wear shoes that may contribute to pressure ulcer formation, according to Dutch investigators. Their simple solution: better-designed footwear that actually offloads pressure.
Anti-institution bias apparent at hearing
By
John O'Connor
Apr 01, 2009
A recent Senate hearing called on lawmakers revamping the nation’s healthcare system to remember long-term care.