Since passage of healthcare reforms in OBRA 1987, the incidence rate of resident restraints has dropped considerably, to less than 5%, with a mantra to lower it further.
GOP House members take heat over proposed Medicare reforms
Apr 28, 2011
Republican House members convened a private conference call Tuesday to talk about ways to reshape the Medicare reform discussion, Congressional aides told Reuters.
Bush proposes healthcare insurance-related tax deductions
By
Haymarket Media
Jan 24, 2007
President Bush Tuesday night outlined his plan for healthcare reform, which included tax deductions for individuals and families who receive health insurance.
IOM report: Technology, performance incentives could transform U.S. healthcare system
By
McKnight's Staff
Sep 07, 2012
Although waste and inefficiency plague the U.S. healthcare system, the use of emerging technologies and payment reforms could have a transformative effect, a new report asserts.
Harkin: Medicare payment commission needed to control cost disparities
Oct 19, 2009
Regional differences in Medicare reimbursement rates are vast and must be fixed in order to achieve any sensible healthcare reform, one prominent senator argued Friday.
Healthcare on hold? Chronic conditions conference hears from former House leaders
Jun 09, 2008
While healthcare reform may be a preferred topic among those seeking the White House and congressional seats, it may not be Job 1 after November elections.
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James M. Berklan
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May 12, 2011
A year after healthcare reform became law, finding and keeping good industry employees continues to be a massive challenge, especially in long-term care, an expert in healthcare recruitment and retention...
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Feb 17, 2023
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