2011 to 2020 saw increase in annual prescription meds expenditures
Apr 15, 2024
Metabolic agents were the most costly category; antidiabetic agents were the mostly costly therapeutic area.
Employee contraceptive coverage would be ensured under proposed rule, even if employer objects on moral...
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jan 31, 2023
A proposed rule from the Biden administration would allow women and covered dependents to obtain birth control at no cost under the Affordable Care Act, even if their employer-provided health insurance...
A final rule issued Tuesday by the Federal Trade Commission will prohibit employers across the country from using noncompete agreements in most instances.
Nursing home staffing mandate puts assisted living communities at risk of losing workers, experts say
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Sep 06, 2023
Assisted living communities are at risk of losing staff members following the first-ever proposed federal staffing mandate for nursing homes, released Friday, according to senior living experts.
Medicare Diabetes Prevention telehealth program expected to continue through 2023
By
John Roszkowski
May 02, 2023
The Medicare Diabetes Prevention Program’s telehealth capabilities will not cease when the public health emergency is allowed to sunset in nine days, allowing program providers more time to resume in-person...
New access to less costly, specialized dementia CT scan diagnostics found
By
Aaron Dorman
Oct 24, 2023
A new technique uses AI and CT scans to help diagnose brain disorders, including dementia, according to a study of more than 1,000 seniors.
Feds to investigate overuse of antipsychotic drugs by nursing homes
Jan 18, 2023
US health officials are cracking down on the inappropriate use of antipsychotic drugs to sedate patients in nursing homes.
SNFs leased from REITs score higher in CMS quality measure ratings
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
May 18, 2023
Skilled nursing properties that are leased from real estate investment trusts are likely to have better quality measure ratings for long-stay residents compared with properties that are leased from entities...
A variety of models can help CCRC operators meet residents’ increasing healthcare needs
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Feb 16, 2024
Older adults are moving into senior living communities with more chronic conditions and healthcare needs than ever before, presenting challenges — as well as opportunities — for continuing care retirement...
FDA clears non-invasive ventilation device that accesses mouth without mask removal
By
Aaron Dorman
Jul 24, 2023
An NIV device that allows for access to the patient’s mouth and communication was approved for clearance by the FDA.
