COVID-19 litigation against nursing homes is likely to remain an ongoing threat. That is why facilities need to continue to remain vigilant in adhering to the latest guidance and regulations, advised the...
Health Concepts, COO to settle false claims allegations for $2.2 million
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Sep 30, 2016
Rhode Island-based skilled nursing provider Health Concepts Ltd., along with the company’s chief operating officer, have agreed to pay $2.2 million to settle allegations that the company inflated...
Ask the payment expert: How well are the new MDS rules working?
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Patricia Boyer
Oct 01, 2012
Now that we are a few months after the April MDS assessment changes, how are rules working for facilities?
New McKnight’s website debuts
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McKnight's Staff
Sep 28, 2012
McKnight’s has incorporated Search Eldercare into a new Marketplace section, plus made it easier to see popular blogs.
Ask the payment expert: How will our new e-charting system influence our reimbursement?
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Patricia Boyer
Jul 05, 2012
We are getting a new electronic charting system. Is there anything we should be aware of with the change?
Doubling down on a Supreme Court thumping
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John O'Connor
Apr 06, 2012
When I recently predicted the new healthcare law’s repeal, plenty of people disagreed. One of these unfortunates is Elizabeth Newman, a colleague and confidant here at McKnight’s, who has one...
Ask the care expert: Most frequently abused incontinence care practices
Anne Marie Barnett, RN Former President, Maryland NADONA/LTC
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Oct 01, 2007
Anne Marie Barnett, RN, Former President, Maryland NADONA/LTC
Supporting safety and security
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Renee Kinder
Jun 06, 2019
I wrote two weeks ago about Maslow’s hierarchy, its relation to caregiving, and the benefit of aiming to achieve an esteem level belonging with the care you provide allowing individuals to feel fully...