Continuing telehealth flexibilities is worth the cost, researchers say
By
Adam Healy
Apr 23, 2024
While continuing telehealth flexibilities may bring additional costs for providers and taxpayers, the benefits are worth the price, researchers said.
Who’s monitoring the monitoring tools? New white paper calls for more efficient, centralized RPM process...
By
Aaron Dorman
Apr 08, 2024
Getting RPM tools under one central system is something that providers need to work toward, a new report argues.
Bipartisan bill would make employer tax credit for paid leave permanent
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jan 31, 2024
The employer tax credit for paid family and medical leave would be made permanent under legislation introduced this week by US Sens. Deb Fischer (R-NE) and Angus King (I-ME).
Family caregivers’ unpaid work valued at $600 billion: report
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Mar 09, 2023
An estimated 38 million family members provided approximately $600 billion in unpaid caregiving in 2021. That’s according to a recent report from the AARP.
FDA advisers say next round of COVID-19 booster shots should target an XBB Variant
Jun 15, 2023
Protection against the original strain of the virus will be dropped from the updated vaccines as it could contribute to lower vaccine efficacy against newer strains.
New report warns: Russian, North Korean hackers take aim at healthcare industry
By
Christine Birkner
May 18, 2023
Healthcare organizations must remain vigilant against cyber attacks by Russian and North Korean hacker groups, a global advisory firm said.
Fewer meetings, AI use could boost workplace productivity: report
By
Kathleen Steele Gaivin
Jan 04, 2024
Using artificial intelligence and cutting back on meetings are two ways to help improve workplace productivity, according to the company behind recent research.
VA supports assisted living pilot program for veterans — with conditions
By
Lois A. Bowers
Jun 22, 2023
The US Department of Veterans Affairs supports legislation that would create a pilot program enabling some veterans to have their care needs met in an assisted living community rather than in a VA home,...
Provider actions can help assisted living counter ‘great scrutiny’
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Feb 29, 2024
The assisted living model is “under threat” following increased federal scrutiny and negative attention from lay media outlets, but providers can take steps to educate lawmakers and the public about...
Growing aging veteran population prompts support for expanding access to assisted living
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jun 09, 2023
The number of veterans aged 85 or more years who are receiving care from the federal government is expected to grow 535% over the next 20 years, making access to assisted living and other long-term care...