Judge likely to block tool used by PointClickCare to keep competitor out of EHR system
By
Kimberly Marselas
Jun 26, 2024
A federal judge is expected to issue a preliminary ruling next week in a case that pits two post-acute technology providers against each other and raises major questions about data safety and interoperability.
Provider groups respond to Congressional request with detailed recommendations on post-acute reforms
By
Tim Mullaney
Aug 20, 2013
Major long-term care provider groups have offered detailed policy recommendations on reforms to the post-acute care delivery and payment systems, as requested by Congressional lawmakers. In addition to...
Patient curtain available for post-acute settings
Mar 03, 2015
Valdese Weavers Contract has launched its initial collection of Privacy Curtain designs, which can be used in outpatient clinics or long-term care facilities.
Post-acute care largely explains geographic differences in Medicare spending, report affirms
By
Tim Mullaney
Jul 29, 2013
Geographic variances in post-acute care largely account for differences in Medicare spending patterns, supporting healthcare reform measures that encourage better acute and post-acute coordination, according...
Hip fracture readmissions lower when nursing home in sync with hospital staff: study
By
Alicia Lasek
Apr 14, 2022
A collaboration between nursing home staff and hospital clinicians helped reduce readmission and mortality rates and improved quality of life for residents with hip fracture.