Public/private coordination could improve care delivery for affordable senior housing residents in MA...
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Jun 25, 2024
With more than half of all affordable senior housing residents now enrolled in private Medicare Advantage plans, a new report from the federal government says that coordinated service and healthcare delivery...
Operators see ‘remarkable outcomes’ with COVID-19 infusion treatments
By
Kimberly Bonvissuto
Feb 10, 2021
If there were a “game-changing medication” available to senior living providers to help fight off COVID-19 and potentially avoid a hospital trip for residents, would you use it?
More news for Monday, Oct. 3
Oct 03, 2022
Former Aegis Living president launches new mental healthcare delivery company for older adults … Life expectancy tool may improve quality of life for those with dementia … Artificial intelligence could...
Insurers likely to add and trim senior living benefits, thanks to relaxed Medicare rule
By
John O'Connor
Apr 06, 2018
Medicare managed care enrollees soon may enjoy enhanced senior living benefits, thanks to a new rule. But existing coverage also may be reduced or eliminated when revamped policies hit the marketplace,...
More news for Wednesday, May 24
May 23, 2017
Congress may open door to some Medicare long-term care … It’s time to worry about healthcare in the Senate … Attitudes and behaviors of current and soon-to-be empty nesters … Top...
NAHC poised to butt heads with CMS over proposed 2022 home health rules
By
Diane Eastabrook
Jul 06, 2021
The National Association for Home Care & Hospice (NAHC) has zeroed in on disagreements with the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ (CMS’) proposed home health rules for next year and plans...
Mergers and acquisitions receive more scrutiny from buyers, experts say
By
Diane Eastabrook
Sep 02, 2021
It may be a seller’s market in the home care and hospice industry, but buyers are scrutinizing potential deals more closely.
NIC speakers: Good fit is key going forward
By
John O'Connor
Mar 10, 2016
The secret to success in senior living may be as simple and as difficult as finding the right fit, according to speakers at the 2016 NIC Spring Investment Forum.
Study: Pharmacists help reduce hospital admissions among those with dementia
By
Lois A. Bowers
Apr 05, 2016
If you’re seeking to reduce hospital admissions among those with dementia, involving a clinical pharmacist may help, according to new research from Sweden.
Help for home health? Due date approaching for repayment of COVID-19 loans
By
Diane Eastabrook
Mar 23, 2021
Some home healthcare providers soon may be in for a rude awakening. Bills for Medicare Accelerated and Advanced Payments to the federal government come due in a few weeks.