Finance

Claims Management: From Report to Resolution

when faced with a liability claim, a facility needs to take immediate and decisive action, for its reputation and financial well-being may be on the Read More »

A parity plan for dual eligibles: The Home and Community Services Copayment Equity Act of 2007

It is hard to believe that it was 18 months ago when consumers, pharmacists, and long-term care providers were trying to figure out the new Medicare Part D presscription drug program Read More »

Reimbursement realities: A shaky business environment

Reimbursement methods—whether through Medicare, Medicaid, or private pay—have inherent consequences for business operations. How effective are these Read More »

Getting fuel costs under control

Transportation is a vital asset in the marketing of senior living and care environments. Regardless of the lev-el of care across the continuum, Read More »

Why nursing homes must supplant the role of unions

The number of unionized workers in the private sector continues to diminish; it is estimated that no more than a small fraction of the Read More »

Restaurant-Style Dining at an Affordable Price

BY RICHARD B. SCHENKEL  Restaurant-style dining at an affordable priceOffering attractive, modern-style dining may not be as difficult as you think Read More »

Tracking Employee Time: A Long-Term Problem

BY JUDITH KATZ  Tracking employee time: A long-term problemBiometrics technology makes employee time management easier and more efficient   When it Read More »

Lowering healthcare premiums by increasing staff wellness

The rising cost of healthcare was dramatically affecting Redstone Presbyterian SeniorCare—our organization had been receiving double-digit increases Read More »

Is Your Business Office at Risk for Fraud?

BY KYLIE WATERS WHIPPLE, CPA  Is your business office at risk for fraud?A business office can be a hotbed of opportunity for theft and Read More »

Creating “Choice” Environments

Creating 'Choice' Environmentsby the staff of Lancaster Health Group, Chicago, Illinois   One of the most difficult decisions family members must Read More »

Keys to Outstanding Service and Better Marketing

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The Cost of Inadequate Leadership

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Steps Toward Recovering Late Payments

BY JAMES R. MALL, ESQ.  Steps toward recovering late paymentsWhat to do when private payers and their families don't pay their bills   A long-term Read More »

NIC on Financing

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Computer Technology

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Update on DOL’s Regulations for Employee Exemption

BY JOHN E. LYNCHESKI AND LISA L. GARRETT   Update on DOL's regulations for employee exemptionAre you in compliance with definitions Read More »

Checking Up on Medicare Part B

BY GENE HARDY Checking up on Medicare Part BAre you sure your processes are in order? What sort of help is available? Read on...  Regardless of Read More »

The Advantages of Leasing

BY DANIEL CAHILL The advantages of leasingA healthcare leasing firm discusses why leasing compares favorably with purchasing equipment for long-term Read More »

Getting the Most From Distributors

BY MICHAEL OLDE Getting the most from distributorsKnowing what they offer can help rationalize the purchasing process  Nursing homes typically rely Read More »

NIC on Financing

inperspectiveNIC ON financingBY ANTHONY J. MULLENU.S. versus Canadian REITs: A comparison It's no secret that Canadian REITs are quickly discovering Read More »

Plans and Considerations for Closing a Nursing Home

BY JEROME T. LEVY   Plans and considerations for closing a nursing homeWhen thinking about the unthinkable becomes a viable option Read More »

NIC on Financing

Innovative models provide one answer for outdated nursing home stock T. Read More »

Making the Most of RUG-53

Making the most of RUG-53BY RENA R. SHEPHARD, MHA, RN, FACDONA, RAC-C  The new classification system can still maximize your deserved Medicare Read More »

Save Your Back, Save Your Budget

BY JANET WHITE Save your back, save your budgetSafe, simple, and cost-efficient transfer solutions are especially helpful in caring for bariatric Read More »

Why Capital Markets Are Bullish

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Consider This HUD Refinancing Opportunity

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NIC on Financing

inperspectiveNIC ON financingBY ROBERT G. KRAMER AND ANTHONY J. MULLENBears or bulls? Financiers reveal attitudes on reductions in capitalization Read More »

Behind the Trend Toward Purchasing Versus Renting

BY JOSH SILVERS AND AL WIGGS Behind the trend toward purchasing versus rentingFacilities are finding equipment purchasing can save thousands of Read More »

Avoid Overpaying Nursing Home Property Taxes

BY WILLIAM B. ARDERN II Avoid overpaying nursing home property taxesA primer on the pitfalls leading to unnecessary overhead Annual property taxes Read More »

Renovation on a Budget

"Cinderella" comes to life at South Haven Healthcare Centre BY KATHY KRUEGER   Renovation is becoming an increasingly urgent issue for our aging Read More »