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I Advance Senior Care is part of the Institute for the Advancement of Senior Care and published by Plain-English Health Care.
I Advance Senior Care is part of the Institute for the Advancement of Senior Care and published by Plain-English Health Care.
MedPAC recommends site-neutral payments for rehab
The Medicare Payment Advisory Commission has unanimously voted to recommend “site-neutral” payment for certain Medicare beneficiaries who need medical rehabilitation following injury or illness. Congress will decide whether to adopt the recommendation. Read More » CMS chief to resign in February
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Administrator Marilyn B. Tavenner will leave her position in February, according to media reports. Read More » A milestone year for Medicare, Medicaid, Older Americans Act, Social Security
2015 is the 50th anniversary of Medicare, Medicaid and the Older Americans Act and the 80th anniversary of Social Security. Provider association leaders recently discussed with Long-Term Living what needs to happen to ensure these programs' future success. Read More » Reintroduced bill ties 3-day stay waiver to Nursing Home Compare program
The three-day inpatient hospital stay requirement for Medicare coverage of Part A skilled nursing care benefits could be eliminated under a bill reintroduced in the U.S. House of Representatives. Read More » Court rules against minimum wage, overtime for home care workers
Minimum wage and overtime standards will not apply to home healthcare workers hired by private agencies after a federal district court judge decision to vacate a U.S. Department of Labor rule. Read More » Technology can improve housekeeping practices
With the exponential realities of airborne and contact illnesses in long-term care settings, exacerbated by ever-worsening drug resistance to them, industry is devising innovative technology to combat pervasive bugs. Read More » White House Conference on Aging plans 5 regional forums
The White House Conference on Aging has announced five regional forums to help gather input for the national event that will be held later this year in Washington, D.C. Read More » AHCA launches campaign for permanent SGR fix
The American Health Care Association has launched a campaign to educate lawmakers on the value of skilled nursing providers in advance of discussions related to the Medicare sustainable growth rate. Read More » Few discharged patients get quality data on home health agencies
People who have had joint surgery or other hospital prodedures rarely see the state or federal quality reports about home health agencies when deciding which agency to hire. Read More » 5 steps to ACA compliance
2015 has dawned and, with it, the employer mandate of the Affordable Care Act. Here's what you need to do to make sure you're in compliance. Read More » Mourning the passing of the New Old Age blog
It’s said that “all good things must come to an end,” as Long-Term Living’s resident blogger says goodbye to a trusted friend and a reliable source of information and experience. Read More » Medical director certification program has new name
A certification program for medical directors has been renamed, the latest reflection of the increasing prominence of post-acute care in the long-term care continuum. Read More » Remember antiviral drugs for flu, CDC tells clinicians
One of four factors may be to blame for clinicians not prescribing antiviral medications to fight the flu, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Their use, however, can prevent hospitalization and death. Read More » 2015 Leaders of Tomorrow award nominations open
Do you know a rising star who is passionate about his or her efforts for the benefit of this country’s older adults? Nominate him or her for a Long-Term Living Leaders of Tomorrow award by Feb. 20. Read More » Clinical Data Collection: The Top Steps for MDS Accuracy, and Greater Reimbursements
It's simple, really. No residents, no income. Jayne Warwick addresses how inaccurate treatment records have become a growing problem for healthcare facilities. Inaccurate documentation of care is often where providers leave money on the table. Avoid financial pitfalls by switching to electronic charting for a more complete record of care provided. Click here to read more. Read More » NIC MAP: Senior housing trends reflect improving economy
The National Investment Center for the Seniors Housing & Care Industry's MAP Data and Analysis Service has released fourth-quarter 2014 data related to occupancy, rent growth, annual absorption, inventory growth and construction in independent and assisted living as well as the nursing care sector. Read More » New standards of care issued for those with diabetes
The American Diabetes Association is recommending two alterations to the standard of care for those with diabetes in the wake of recent changes to guidelines for cardiovascular risk management enacted by two specialty groups. Read More » LeadingAge seeks input on new name for CCRC
Want to suggest a new name for continuing care retirement community? LeadingAge is accepting ideas until Feb. 15. Read More » The vendor discount dilemma
When is a deal too good to be legal? Receiving discounts from vendors/suppliers may, in some instances, be considered "kickbacks" if you're not careful. Read More » 4 ways to manage slip-and-fall safety
Winter elements can cause safety issues. These steps can help reduce slips and falls and prevent legal issues. Read More » What the ‘cromnibus’ means for healthcare
The $1.1 trillion spending bill approved by Congress and signed by President Barack Obama last month contains several provisions related to healthcare. Read More » Hospital infection control affects elderly life span
Older adults admitted to intensive care units are about 35 percent more likely to die within five years of leaving the hospital if they develop an infection during their stay, according to new research. Read More » MedPAC’s site-neutral payment recommendation draws criticism
Don’t count the Coalition to Preserve Rehabilitation or the American Medical Rehabilitation Providers Association among the fans of the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission recommendation of “site-neutral” payments for certain beneficiaries. Read More » OIG seeks input on anti-kickback statute
March 2 is the deadline for comments on new “safe harbor” provisions, modifications to existing provisions or new fraud alerts to be submitted to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office of Inspector General. Read More » Managed care a growing force in post-acute care
Managed care is a growing force that will become far more prominent in post-acute care and will exert much influence over day-to-day operations. Read More » Rebasing impact report concerns home health group
A rebasing impact report issued by the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission suffers from data and methodologic flaws, the Partnership for Quality Home Healthcare maintains. Read More » Home care ruling draws cheers and jeers
A ruling by the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia is being panned by organizations representing direct care workers and celebrated by those representing their employers. Additional action is expected Jan. 9. Read More » Coalition aims to have more nurses on boards
Twenty-one national nursing organizations have joined together to form the Nurses on Boards Coalition, an effort to increase nurses’ presence on corporate and non-profit health-related boards of directors throughout the country. Read More » NAHCA celebrates 20 years
The National Association of Health Care Assistants is observing the 20th anniversary of its founding. Read More » 