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Cancer drug ‘quickly reverses’ Alzheimer’s symptoms
Alzheimer’s disease may have met its match. Neuroscientists at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in Cleveland…
News Read MoreSalary survey: LTC directors of information technology
Information technology is on its way to becoming the hottest topic in long-term and post-acute care—if it can…
Projects Read MoreHow to maximize reimbursement in turbulent times
Skilled nursing facilities (SNFs) are experiencing monumental change. RUG-IV refinements have reoriented reimbursement for Medicare-covered services with significant…
Projects Read MoreTwo sides of the elderspeak fence
Recently syndicated columnist “Dear Abby” printed a letter decrying the inappropriateness of addressing residents as “Granny,” “Dear” or…
Projects Read MoreConsumer Watchdog sues insurance company for allegedly cheating LTC policyholders
A health insurance company may not be honoring the long-term care policies of Californians, according to a new…
News Read MoreStudy: Majority of assisted living residents are believed to drink alcohol
Pennsylvania’s elders might have a drinking problem, according to a new study by the University of Pittsburgh published…
News Read MoreObama’s proposed budget calls for Medicare/Medicaid cuts
President Obama’s proposed budget for 2013 would reduce spending for Medicare and Medicaid, including cuts in Medicare payments…
News Read MoreA plea to new senior living developers: Budget for furniture!
I have been privy to recent interior design discussions that ask the question, "Do we really need to…
Projects Read MoreA nursing home’s ‘secret’ to making list of ‘Best Nursing Homes’
U.S. News & World Report yesterday released its annual Best Nursing Home Ratings. Top ranked facilities are based…
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