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Being hospitalized during the holidays can be stressful and saddening for your patients. It is important to remember that your patients are having a difficult time. As a nurse, you can take some simple steps to help your patients feel more joyful during this hard...
It began with a remodel project. A hospital in Northern New York decided to update its site. The project included the addition of new patient suites and upgrades, scheduled for completion in 2019. The cost of the project soared from $466 million to $545 million. Funds...
The healthcare industry broke private equity activity records in 2017. Becker’s Hospital Review reports six big deals that were announced just this month. They include everything from a physical therapy practice management company to a healthcare software...
The results are in — Democrats gained at least 28 seats in the House of Representatives and have control of the chamber while the Republicans hold their majority in the Senate. This shift could impact a number of areas, including the push for regulatory relief...
The “Substance Use Disorder Prevention that Promotes Opioid Recovery and Treatment for Patients and Communications Act,” also known as the SUPPORT Act, is a broad piece of legislation signed into law by President Donald Trump on October 24, 2018. The law...
The False Claims Act (FCA) makes it illegal to use false or fraudulent claims to seek payment from government sources, like Medicare and Medicaid. This law is complex. Court cases have questioned the best way to apply the FCA to establish a violation. These cases...
The health care industry is heavily regulated. Various laws and court cases impact the practices of drug manufacturers, physicians, nursing homes and others in the medical field. Those that are part of this field are wise to stay abreast of changes that could impact...
Audit activity by government regulators and private payers has been on the rise. These investigations ramped up throughout 2017 and accelerated through 2018. The dramatic increase in audits is likely connected to the price cuts implemented with the new Medicare Part...
