Transport rates for portable X-rays in peril for 11 states
By
Liza Berger
Feb 02, 2020
Nursing home providers in 11 states and Washington, D.C., may have to send more residents to the hospital to undergo X-rays, if a change from a Medicare Administrative Contractor goes into effect this...
Seniors housing holds strong in weak economy
By
Liza Berger
Jul 22, 2008
It’s a great time to be in seniors housing. I know that must sound pretty naive, given that “great” does not exactly evoke the current state of economic affairs. But considering the broader landscape,...
Lawmakers have a lot to answer for when providers make Hill visits Tuesday
By
Liza Berger
Feb 19, 2010
When long-term care providers hit Capitol Hill Tuesday their congressmen better be prepared.
New law strives to keep older adults at home
By
Liza Berger
Mar 31, 2010
When you read between the lines of the healthcare reform law, its general intent becomes clear: The law is about increasing home- and community-based services (HCBS), and improving wellness and prevention.
Stimulus package ‘so far so good’ for nursing homes
By
Liza Berger
Jan 27, 2009
OK, so it’s my birthday. Perhaps it’s because of all the attention (and presents) I’ve been getting, but I sense some good things on the horizon—at least in Washington. I’m speaking specifically...
Profile — Quality assurance: Charlene Harrington, Professor, University of California-San Francisco
By
Liza Berger
Aug 08, 2007
Few in the nursing home community seem to particularly like Charlene Harrington. And, quite frankly, it’s easy to see why.
5 ways to reduce agency spend this month
Aug 01, 2022
[Partner content] Agency spend getting out of control? Discover 5 easy ways to decrease agency spend this month.
Senators start paying long-term care notice
By
Liza Berger
Sep 25, 2009
A year ago, if you can remember, the long-term care community was concerned about being part of any meaningful healthcare reform. It now seems that it is receiving some of the attention it has been craving.
Senate inching closer to passing bill with CLASS Act in it
By
Liza Berger
Dec 23, 2009
It appears increasingly likely that proponents of the CLASS Act will have “happy holidays” after all.
Wound care feature — Topical issues
By
Liza Berger
Aug 08, 2007
Proper skin care often comes down to good old-fashioned common sense. To avoid pressure ulcers, stick to the basics.