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OMB: Medicare providers could see $11 billion in reduced payments in 2013
The tally is in: Providers who serve Medicare beneficiaries could see reductions of $11 billion in 2013, according…
News Read MoreSurvey: Caregivers attribute Alzheimer’s symptoms to normal aging behaviors, delaying diagnosis
While many people incorrectly believe memory loss is inevitable in growing older, a new survey reveals that many…
News Read MoreHow LGBT-friendly is your LTC community?
Cultural sensitivity toward all individuals is probably part of your organization’s staff training procedure. But how welcoming is…
Projects Read MoreSeptember 2012 Test
Continuing Education Test #177 Based on Long-Term Living September 2012How to Use the ACHCA Continuing Education Test
Projects Read MoreLargest ACO model project sees significant savings among dual-eligibles
The key predecessor of the Accountable Care Organization (ACO) model has shown mixed success, according to study results…
News Read MoreSeniors with hearing loss have higher dementia rates
Researchers have found a link between dementia and hearing loss, heightening the importance of regular hearing assessments for…
News Read More5 measurable quality initiatives form core of CMS Action Plan
CMS recently issued its 2012 Action Plan for Further Improvement of Nursing Home Quality. The Action Plan, which was…
Projects Read MoreIncident reports, surveys and privilege: Protecting QA material from enforcement action
Imagine that a survey is occurring at your facility. The director of nursing just informed you that the…
Projects Read More2012 OPTIMA Award winner: St. Leonard Franciscan Living Community, Centerville, Ohio
A few years ago, St. Leonard Franciscan Living Community, a continuing care retirement community in Centerville, Ohio, faced…
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