One of the largest telehealth platforms in the US is adding automated clinical documentation during virtual exams.
Skilled nursing referrals up as access shrinks, study finds
By
Amy Novotney
Sep 12, 2023
Referrals for post-acute services, particularly skilled nursing care, are growing, but staffing shortages and patients with higher need at discharge are making it tougher for hospitals to connect patients...
State News
By
Kimberly Marselas
Sep 12, 2023
Attorney General Letitia James (won a preliminary injunction that requires a nursing home company accused of committing more than $83 million in Medicare and Medicaid fraud to pay for an independent financial...
Ask the legal expert … about the Talevski case
By
Norris Cunningham
Sep 12, 2023
Why is everyone so concerned about the Supreme Court case allowing resident rights cases against state-operated facilities?
New COVID vaccine threats emerge as mandate ends
By
Kimberly Marselas
Sep 11, 2023
The end of the nationwide healthcare worker requirement came as good news to many who saw it as an obstacle to hiring. Yet experts warned that the federal change could lead to new and potentially costly...
How to do it … ensure safe bathing
By
John Hall
Sep 11, 2023
In nursing homes, bath time isn’t just a necessity. It can be one of the most enjoyable and relaxing times of the day for many residents. However, potential risks exist seemingly everywhere.
Where’s our Oppenheimer?
By
Gary Tetz
Sep 11, 2023
I saw “Oppenheimer” at the IMAX, and the images and sounds are still ravaging my brain and ears. Especially the scientist’s famous words, quoting from the Bhagavad Gita, as he watched the sky fill...
SNFs working harder than ever to gain new workers’ loyalty
By
John Hall
Sep 11, 2023
The long-term care industry needs to attract more than 1.3 million workers to support growing demand over the next 10 years, according to a recent Argentum report.
Interoperability pros predict slow and steady LTC advances
By
John Hall
Sep 11, 2023
Nursing homes continue to slog their way toward the industry standard in computer-to-computer data exchange.
Tech guru Scott Code makes connections early
By
Alicia Lasek
Sep 11, 2023
Scott Code has seen firsthand how digital technology can help support long-term care providers and keep seniors engaged.