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 »
A self-reported version of a well known dementia assessment tool is effective in helping clinicians measure the progression of the disease. Read More »
A tabletop medication dispensing cabinet brings medication management technology to caregivers' fingertips without taking up the entire counter. Read More »
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 »
New voice analysis software can detect changes in speech that are characteristic of motor neuron diseases such as Parkinson's disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and Alzheimer's disease. Read More »
Home health will see a greater use of data-gathering technology in 2015 but also will face changing regulations, according to a new survey. Read More »
Part six of our series on challenges facing those serving older adults looks at technology trends that are increasing connectivity, easing the delivery of person-centered care and preserving resident dignity. Read More »
The Electronic Health Record Incentives Program, currently limited to hospitals and certain other providers, may be expanded to a wider field of care providers, including those in long-term care. Read More »
Golden Living and naviHealth have partnered in an effort to enhance post-acute care service delivery for people admitted to Golden Living’s skilled nursing facilities around the country. Read More »
