Nurse with the meds is stuck in traffic? In Helsinki, it’s no big deal
By
John O'Connor
Sep 23, 2020
Getting medications to home care recipients in large metropolitan areas can be a challenge. Especially if the nurse carrying them is delayed. Finland’s largest city has found a way around the problem:...
CMS finalizes chronic kidney disease payment model
By
John O'Connor
Sep 22, 2020
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services has finalized an alternative payment model for patients with chronic kidney disease.
Southern living can take a toll on health, rankings suggest
By
John O'Connor
Sep 16, 2020
The South rightfully can be proud of its reputation for friendliness and top-notch cuisine. But it’s also where people requiring home health services likely are to be found in disproportionately high...
For homebound seniors, these tech tools can help restore independence
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John O'Connor
Sep 25, 2020
Old age is said to bring wisdom. But it can steal many things, too, particularly when it comes to independent living. Fortunately, emerging tech tools are helping to compensate for some of the larcenies...
Beefed up Aetna program targets people with multiple chronic diseases
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John O'Connor
Sep 18, 2020
Aetna is trying out an expanded approach to home healthcare for people with multiple chronic diseases. The CVS-owned firm will team with Landmark Health to help its Medicare Advantage plan policy holders....
Defendant pleads guilty in $400,000 home care referrals case
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John O'Connor
Sep 16, 2020
A skilled nursing and assisted living facility’s social services director has pleaded guilty to participating in a kickback scheme involving home care referrals.
SEIU settles lawsuit over dues-deduction practices
By
John O'Connor
Sep 28, 2020
The Service Employees International Union has agreed to settle a class-action lawsuit over dues deduction practices that affect home care workers.
Kindred at Home discriminated against a disabled employee: EEOC lawsuit
By
John O'Connor
Sep 25, 2020
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has sued Kindred at Home’s parent company, alleging disability discrimination and retaliation against a worker.
In-home chemo infusion poses numerous health risks, groups insist
By
John O'Connor
Sep 24, 2020
Although many healthcare professionals see a bright future for telehealth and expanded care in home care settings, oncology groups are drawing the line at chemotherapy infusions.
A simple goal: Make work less grueling for home health aides
By
John O'Connor
Sep 14, 2020
The work performed by home health aides can be exhausting and overwhelming. Cornell University researchers hope to provide relief in both areas.