C&M Health Law

MAY 11, 2022

Last week, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released data —for the first time—reporting on mergers, acquisitions, consolidations, and changes of ownership of Medicare enrolled hospitals and nursing homes over the past six years.

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Med-Net Compliance

OCTOBER 27, 2022

According to court documents and evidence presented at trial, the psychologist caused the submission of fraudulent Medicare claims from July 2016 through June 2019 for psychotherapy services purportedly provided to nursing home residents in Chicago and surrounding areas.

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Hall Render

JUNE 30, 2022

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (“CMS”) has given surveyors new rules and updates to allow surveyors to add extra attention and increase oversight in nursing homes regarding the quality of care and quality of life for residents. Background.

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Healthcare Compliance Blog

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

The United States has filed a lawsuit against an Alabama psychiatrist for improper prescribing of Nuedexta to nursing home residents. In return, the psychiatrist prescribed Nuedexta to nursing home residents who did not have pseudobulbar affect.

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The Health Law Firm

DECEMBER 11, 2017

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On November 7, 2016, a Mississippi federal judge temporarily blocked enforcement of the federal government’s ban on mandatory arbitration in cases involving nursing homes. Indest III, J.D., The order from US District Judge Michael P.

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The Health Law Firm

DECEMBER 12, 2016

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On November 7, 2016, a Mississippi federal judge temporarily blocked enforcement of the federal government’s proposed ban on mandatory arbitration in cases involving nursing homes. Indest III, J.D., The order from US District Judge Michael P.

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CMS.gov

APRIL 15, 2019

Ensuring Safety and Quality in America’s Nursing Homes. Nursing facilities. This duty is especially important when it comes to the care provided for some of the most vulnerable in our society, Americans residing in nursing homes. CMS’ approach to oversight of nursing homes is constantly evolving.

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The Health Law Firm

AUGUST 24, 2016

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On August 8, 2016, federal health regulators announced plans to crack down on nursing home employees who take "demeaning" photographs and videos of residents and post them on social media. Indest III, J.D.,

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Healthcare Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

1] If the proposed rule is finalized, CMS estimates that approximately 75% of all nursing homes would have to “strengthen staffing in their facilities” in order to meet the new requirements. [2] Nurse Aide (NA) HPRD (the “2.45 68754 (October 4, 2016). 55 RN hours per resident per day (the “.55

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The Health Law Firm

AUGUST 22, 2016

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On July 11, 2016, a federal appeals court stated that a bankruptcy judge did not have the authority to block government health officials from cutting off Medicare and Medicaid payments to a Florida nursing home that was alleged to have violated patient-care regulations.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

JULY 20, 2020

Pittsburgh-based Curavi, which develops telehealth technology tailored for post-acute and long-term care settings, was launched in 2016 as a spin-off from UPMC (which will continue to be an investor in Arkos Health) and has built itself up with acquisitions since then. WHY IT MATTERS.

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Healthcare It News

MARCH 17, 2022

It facilitates access to health data for patients and authorized ELGA health service providers – attending physicians, hospitals, nursing homes or pharmacies. 2016) MyDiabetesMyWay: An Evolving National Data Driven Diabetes Self-Management Platform. Heekin AM, Kontor J, Sax HC et al. Am J Manag Care 24:361-366.

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Healthcare IT News - Telehealth

MARCH 6, 2024

A South Florida-based academic medical center, Memorial operates six hospitals, including the Joe DiMaggio Children's Hospital; numerous primary, urgent and 24/7 care facilities; a health specialty center; and a nursing home.

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The Health Law Firm

OCTOBER 31, 2016

Board Certified by The Florida Bar in Health Law On October 24, 2016, the US Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that Life Care Centers of America will be paying $145 million to end False Claims Act (FCA) litigation that alleged the company submitted false claims to Medicare for rehabilitation therapy services that were not necessary.

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Healthcare Law Blog

JULY 5, 2022

Some of the changes reflect clarifications to requirements that become effective during Phase 2 of the revised Requirements for Participation for LTC facilities which CMS adopted in 2016. [2] 1] Fact Sheet: Updated Guidance for Nursing Home Resident Health and Safety | CMS. [2]

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MedTrainer

MARCH 19, 2024

Medical errors can occur in any healthcare setting, including hospitals, clinics, and nursing homes. A 2016 study by Johns Hopkins upped that total to 250,000 annual deaths — making medical mistakes the third-leading cause of death in the U.S.

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Hall Render

MARCH 29, 2024

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Hall Render

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Then Prospect Medical took over. institute focused on health equity Medical providers at D.C.’s Luke’s themed rooms a hit with young patients Mercy reverses auction results; declares University of Iowa winner KANSAS As rural Kansas emergency department announces closure, Gov.

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Kaiser Health News

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Wellstar, based in suburban Marietta, acquired AMC and the East Point hospital from Tenet Healthcare during an acquisition push in 2016 , part of a $575 million deal that included three other hospitals in the metro region. “It boggles my mind that an institution like that would just shut down virtually overnight,” he said.

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Healthcare Law Blog

DECEMBER 6, 2022

Free Refills (2016). For more practical advice on preventing, investigation, managing and reporting diversion incidents, join our webinar December 8, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. Click here to register. FOOTNOTES. [1] 1] Peter Grinspoon, M.D.,

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Healthcare IT Today

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

care.ai’s Smart Care Facility Platform™ transforms healthcare settings, such as hospitals and nursing homes, into responsive care facilities that continuously monitor and streamline clinical and operational workflows. About Crescent Cove Advisors.

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Healthcare Compliance Blog

APRIL 14, 2022

Research by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has found that many hospital admissions of dually eligible nursing home residents could have been avoided because the condition could have been prevented or treated outside of an inpatient hospital setting.

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Hall Render

AUGUST 26, 2022

The HHS OIG recently announced an investigation focusing on whether skilled nursing facilities are reporting related-party costs in accordance with federal regulations. This follows a prior $300 million investment in 2016 that included a seven-story, 275,000-square-foot hospital in Rogers, Arkansas. CVS Health announced an $18.9M

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Hall Render

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

to tackle brittle bone disease NEA nursing homes highlighted as best in the country NWA healthcare continues evolution despite challenges NWA, Fort Smith metro hospitals take on maternal mortality with statewide collaboration CALIFORNIA California Skilled Nursing Facilities, Owner and Management Company Agree to $45.6

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Health Populi

APRIL 8, 2019

Here’s the method behind the $285,000 calculation, for those who want to kick tires on Fidelity’s other assumptions: the estimate is based on the 65-year old couple with life expectancies consistent with the Society of Actuaries RP-2014 Healthy Annuitant rates using the Mortality Improvements Scale MP-2016.

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Hall Render

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Dunleavy proposes extending Medicaid coverage for new mothers ARIZONA Banner Health pays $1.25M penalty over HIPAA failures from 2016 breach Arizona nursing school at risk of losing accreditation St. billion since pandemic U.S. billion since pandemic U.S. million to UMass Memorial Health Care for COVID-19 costs Four Mass.

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MedTrainer

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Another concern involved caregivers in a nursing home that needed to crush up an HD to mix it into a resident’s food or liquid to assist with swallowing the HD. The National Institutes of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) recently released an update to the 2016 List of Hazardous Drugs in Healthcare Settings.

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MedTrainer

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Another concern involved caregivers in a nursing home that needed to crush up an HD to mix it into a resident’s food or liquid to assist with swallowing the HD. The National Institutes of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) recently released an update to the 2016 List of Hazardous Drugs in Healthcare Settings.

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Provider Trust

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Some additional nursing facts include: The U.S. government estimates that >200,000 new RN positions will be created each year from 2016 to 2026. Most healthcare services involve some sort of care by nurses including private practices, primary care clinics, home health, nursing homes, hospices, and more.

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Pharmacy Law Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2018

On November 22, 2017, a Florida woman who was accused of a $45 million Medicare fraud, received a six-and-a-half-year prison sentence, following a 2016 U.S. This came after a 2016 guilty plea to a charge of conspiracy to commit health care fraud. March 30, 2016). Innocent” Property Can’t Be Seized. Woman Gets 6.5

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SQA

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

The Regulations were first issued with immediate effect in 2002 and were later revised in 2016. Compared to the 2016 revised version, the draft of the 2022 version includes 101 more articles to conform to the pharmaceutical policy reforms in the recent years and the Drug Administration Law revised in 2019.

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SQA

MAY 17, 2022

The Points is an upgraded version of Practice for Cosmetics Production Licensing , implemented in 2016, with more stringent inspection requirements. Regulatory authorities across China will use the Points as a basis to determine whether enterprises comply with GMP. The products are private labeled for Major Pharmaceuticals.

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AIHC

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

The GCPG standardized the seven Elements of a Successful Compliance Program, which differs slightly from the individual compliance guidance documents (CPGs) directed at various segments of the health care industry, such as hospitals, nursing homes, third-party billers, and durable medical equipment suppliers.

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AIHC

FEBRUARY 16, 2024

The GCPG standardized the seven Elements of a Successful Compliance Program, which differs slightly from the individual compliance guidance documents (CPGs) directed at various segments of the health care industry, such as hospitals, nursing homes, third-party billers, and durable medical equipment suppliers.

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Drug & Device Law

DECEMBER 29, 2023

While these five FDA findings (the last in response to the MDL court’s invitation for the FDA to participate directly in this litigation) were nails in these experts’ Rule 702 coffins, they would also support reversing this MDL’s prior adverse preemption decision ( 2016-10 ). The G/N MDL was created in 2013 and mostly settled in 2016.

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