Pioneer ACO model attracts 32 healthcare providers
Thirty-two healthcare organizations from 18 states are participating in the government’s Pioneer Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) initiative, the Department…
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SEC sues former Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac executives
The Securities and Exchange Commission today charged six former top executives of the Federal National Mortgage Association (Fannie…
News Read MoreMedicaid LTC funding shortfall projected at $6.3 Billion in 2011
The shortfall in Medicaid funding for long-term care will reach $6.3 billion during 2011, according to projections released…
News Read MoreConn. nursing home locks out union workers after stalled bargaining
Nursing home operator HealthBridge Management said Wednesday it is prepared to lock out an additional 700 workers from…
News Read MoreNursing home admin convicted of healthcare fraud, kickbacks
A former Houston, Texas nursing home administrator was convicted late last week of healthcare fraud and anti-kickback violations…
News Read MoreProvider groups: GOP spending bill would mean more SNF Medicare reductions
Editor’s note: Article updated December 14, 2011, to account for House passing the Middle Class Tax Relief and…
News Read MoreResearch shows statins may be beneficial in treating Alzheimer’s
Prior research studies have suggested certain cholesterol lowering statin drugs may not have beneficial effects on patients with…
News Read MoreDepression common in low-paid nursing home workers
Symptoms of depressions are common among low-wage nursing home employees, according to a study led by the Harvard…
News Read MoreRecent increase of young nurses may ease fears of future shortage, researchers say
The number of young people becoming registered nurses has grown sharply since 2002 despite concerns of a looming…
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