SNFs may receive additional civil monetary penalties for issuing improper discharges if CMS’ proposal to address a growing issue goes through.
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Initiative Proposed to Address Improper SNF Discharges
SNFs may receive additional civil monetary penalties for issuing improper discharges if CMS’ proposal to address a growing issue goes through.
 

NEWS & ANALYSIS
Strong Growth Forecast for Telemedicine
The industry is riding tailwinds that will push growth of 30% to more than 40% in coming years. Factors include a growing dearth of clinicians, an aging population, and technological innovations that will improve patient access and experience.
HSHS Sacred Heart Eyes Growth Strategy As Ex-CEO Considers Options
The Wisconsin-based nonprofit system announced this week that it had parted ways with its CEO, who praised the team she’s leaving behind.
How Orlando Health Drove Down Claims Denials
The nonprofit network reversed an upward trend in claims denials, with the month-to-month denial rate reduced to as little as 1%.
Telemedicine Improves Rural ER Response Time
Among patients who were transferred to other hospitals, the length-of-stay at the emergency room in the first hospital was shorter for patients who had telemedicine consults.
Laboratory Services: The Foundation for High-Quality Care
Healthcare executives should consider how laboratory services can be integrated into their strategic plans in order to reach organizational goals.
 

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Cancer survivor begins nursing career at same hospital that treated her
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Clock ticks on bill to allow out-of-state nurses to practice in Colorado
Source: CBS Denver
The new role of RNs and nurse practitioners
Source: NJ.com
‘We take care of the whole person’: Milwaukee County seeks more mental health nurses
Source: Milwaukee Journal Sentinel
 

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