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MRI-Guided Focused Ultrasound Subthalamotomy for Treating Parkinson Disease
07/23/2024
A study assessed the safety and effectiveness of staged bilateral MRI-guided focused ultrasound subthalamotomy (FUS-STN) to treat Parkinson Disease (PD).
A study assessed the safety and effectiveness of staged bilateral MRI-guided focused ultrasound subthalamotomy (FUS-STN) to treat Parkinson Disease (PD).
A study assessed the safety and...
07/23/2024
Annals of Long-Term Care
News
US Government Mandate Aims to Address Nursing Home Staffing Shortages
05/01/2024

Grace Taylor

Grace Taylor
Nursing homes that receive Medicare and Medicaid funding will have to provide at least 3.48 hours of nursing care per resident per day, according to a staffing mandate from the Biden administration.
Nursing homes that receive Medicare and Medicaid funding will have to provide at least 3.48 hours of nursing care per resident per day, according to a staffing mandate from the Biden administration.
Nursing homes that receive...
05/01/2024
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Improving Patient Engagement in Value-Based Care
04/09/2024

Emry Lloyd

Emry Lloyd
Apathy can affect how patients engage in health care and receive care. Physicians and providers need to discover new and engaging ways to get patients more involved in value-based care.
Apathy can affect how patients engage in health care and receive care. Physicians and providers need to discover new and engaging ways to get patients more involved in value-based care.
Apathy can affect how patients...
04/09/2024
Annals of Long-Term Care
News
Medicaid Targets Dead Family Members’ Homes to Regain Health Care Costs
03/19/2024

By Emry Lloyd

By Emry Lloyd
State Medicaid offices are targeting dead family members’ homes to regain the money spent on health care costs. This predatory practice has had negative impacts on family members who felt they were not fully informed on how Medicaid costs...
State Medicaid offices are targeting dead family members’ homes to regain the money spent on health care costs. This predatory practice has had negative impacts on family members who felt they were not fully informed on how Medicaid costs...
State Medicaid offices are...
03/19/2024
Annals of Long-Term Care
News
Utilizing Gold Nanoparticles in Therapy for Patients With Parkinson Disease
03/05/2024

Emry Lloyd

Emry Lloyd
Researchers discover various uses of green synthesis for patients with Parkinson disease and the benefits of this nanoparticle synthesis with gold.
Researchers discover various uses of green synthesis for patients with Parkinson disease and the benefits of this nanoparticle synthesis with gold.
Researchers discover various...
03/05/2024
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News
False Claims Act Allegations Peak in 2023
02/29/2024

By Emry Lloyd

By Emry Lloyd
Last year, health care providers paid the federal government over $2.7 billion because of false claims. What does this mean for health care providers and skilled nurses in 2024?
Last year, health care providers paid the federal government over $2.7 billion because of false claims. What does this mean for health care providers and skilled nurses in 2024?
Last year, health care providers...
02/29/2024
Annals of Long-Term Care
Review
Institutional Pharmacy Provider Services Outside the SNF Walls
02/09/2024

Richard G. Stefanacci, DO, MGH, MBA, AGSF, CMD, Jen Devinney-Lavsa, BPharm, PharmD, FASCP

Richard G. Stefanacci, DO, MGH, MBA, ...
This review provides an overview of institutional pharmacy provider (IPP) services to support postacute care and long-term care (PAC/LTC) services at home. It highlights the why, what, who, and how of IPP services, emphasizing their crucial...
This review provides an overview of institutional pharmacy provider (IPP) services to support postacute care and long-term care (PAC/LTC) services at home. It highlights the why, what, who, and how of IPP services, emphasizing their crucial...
This review provides an overview...
02/09/2024
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Examining the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Living Arrangements for People Living With Dementia
01/26/2024
Hannah Musick
Research examines living arrangements of Medicare enrollees with probable dementia, finding that while the proportion of those living with others decreased over time, the pandemic resulted in a significant increase in people with cognitive...
Research examines living arrangements of Medicare enrollees with probable dementia, finding that while the proportion of those living with others decreased over time, the pandemic resulted in a significant increase in people with cognitive...
Research examines living...
01/26/2024
Annals of Long-Term Care
News
Bill to Allow Livestream Video Monitoring in Iowa Nursing Homes Advances
01/25/2024
Hannah Musick
A bill under consideration by the Iowa House of Representatives would permit nursing home residents to have livestream video monitoring services.
A bill under consideration by the Iowa House of Representatives would permit nursing home residents to have livestream video monitoring services.
A bill under consideration by...
01/25/2024
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Bayer AG Moves to Phase 2 Clinical Trial for New Gene Therapy for Parkinson Disease
01/24/2024

By Emry Lloyd

By Emry Lloyd
Bayer AG receives approval to proceed with a phase 2 clinical trial for its gene therapy for patients with Parkinson disease.
Bayer AG receives approval to proceed with a phase 2 clinical trial for its gene therapy for patients with Parkinson disease.
Bayer AG receives approval to...
01/24/2024
Annals of Long-Term Care
News
Long-Term Care Facility Leaders Urged to Prioritize Resident COVID-19 Vaccinations by the US Department of Health and Human Services
01/23/2024
Hannah Musick
US Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra emphasized the importance of COVID-19 vaccinations for nursing home residents in a virtual meeting with long-term care facility leaders.
US Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra emphasized the importance of COVID-19 vaccinations for nursing home residents in a virtual meeting with long-term care facility leaders.
US Department of Health and...
01/23/2024
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Review
Institutional Pharmacy Provider Services Outside the SNF Walls
02/09/2024

Richard G. Stefanacci, DO, MGH, MBA, AGSF, CMD, Jen Devinney-Lavsa, BPharm, PharmD, FASCP

Richard G. Stefanacci, DO, MGH, MBA, ...
This review provides an overview of institutional pharmacy provider (IPP) services to support postacute care and long-term care (PAC/LTC) services at home. It highlights the why, what, who, and how of IPP services, emphasizing their crucial...
This review provides an overview of institutional pharmacy provider (IPP) services to support postacute care and long-term care (PAC/LTC) services at home. It highlights the why, what, who, and how of IPP services, emphasizing their crucial...
This review provides an overview...
02/09/2024
Annals of Long-Term Care
Practical Research
Examining Workplace Education for Long-Term Care Staff to Advance Expertise in Palliative Care for Persons With Dementia: A Scoping Review Protocol
11/22/2023

Jen Calver, RPN, PhD Student, Attila Kovacs, RPN, Manon Lemonde, RN, PhD, Volletta Peters, MSW, PhD(c), Marvin Mnaymeneh, BA, MA, Winnie Sun, RN, PhD

Jen Calver, RPN, PhD Student, Attila ...
In this paper, researchers outline their scoping review protocol for the conduct and reporting of existing evidence published in the literature related to the effectiveness of palliative care training for long-term care staff, including...
In this paper, researchers outline their scoping review protocol for the conduct and reporting of existing evidence published in the literature related to the effectiveness of palliative care training for long-term care staff, including...
In this paper, researchers...
11/22/2023
Annals of Long-Term Care
Perspectives
Avoiding Pressure Injuries in Long-Term Care
11/17/2023
Richard G Stefanacci, DO, MGH, MBA, AGSF, CMD
This article helps long-term care professionals distinguish between avoidable and unavoidable pressure injuries and highlights the need for individualized care plans. Upon admission, thorough skin assessments and identification of risk...
This article helps long-term care professionals distinguish between avoidable and unavoidable pressure injuries and highlights the need for individualized care plans. Upon admission, thorough skin assessments and identification of risk...
This article helps long-term...
11/17/2023
Annals of Long-Term Care
Review
Fall Prevention in the Geriatric Population
11/06/2023

Priya Ponnaiyan MD, Uloma Ibe MD, Nader Tavakoli MD, CMD, FAAFP, Richard G. Stefanacci DO, MGH, MBA, AGSF, CMD, Sonia Haider MD, Heather Langley PT, DPT, BS, LMT2, Lindsay O’Connor BS, MOTR/L

Priya Ponnaiyan MD, Uloma Ibe MD, Nad...
This article underscores the critical importance of fall prevention in long-term care facilities for older adults. Falls are not only a prevalent concern but also a substantial liability.
This article underscores the critical importance of fall prevention in long-term care facilities for older adults. Falls are not only a prevalent concern but also a substantial liability.
This article underscores the...
11/06/2023
Annals of Long-Term Care
Practical Research
A Quality Improvement Project to Improve Nurse-Provider Communication and Antipsychotic Prescribing in Nursing Homes
10/30/2023

Maria Del Pilar Woods, DNP, FNP-BC, NE-BC, Carrie Lee Gardner, PhD, DNP, FNP-BC, Kelli Whitted, DNP, FNP-BC

Maria Del Pilar Woods, DNP, FNP-BC, N...
Situation-Background-Assessment-Recommendation (SBAR) is a nurse–provider communication intervention that has been successful in deprescribing inappropriate medications. The purpose of this research was to examine whether SBAR could improve...
Situation-Background-Assessment-Recommendation (SBAR) is a nurse–provider communication intervention that has been successful in deprescribing inappropriate medications. The purpose of this research was to examine whether SBAR could improve...
...
10/30/2023
Annals of Long-Term Care
Quality Improvement
“It Was Like a Whole New World Opened Up”: Nursing Home Provider Perspectives on Implementing a Person-Centered Communication Intervention
10/25/2023

Abby Hermesch, MGS, Miranda C. Kunkel, LMSW, Alexandra Heppner, BSW, Kimberly Van Haitsma, PhD, FGSA, Katherine M. Abbott PhD, MGS, FGSA

Abby Hermesch, MGS, Miranda C. Kunkel...
Researchers assessed factors influencing the implementation of PAL Cards, a person-centered communication tool, in nursing homes and identified facilitators such as evidence strength and quality, relative advantage, engagement, execution, and...
Researchers assessed factors influencing the implementation of PAL Cards, a person-centered communication tool, in nursing homes and identified facilitators such as evidence strength and quality, relative advantage, engagement, execution, and...
Researchers assessed factors...
10/25/2023
Annals of Long-Term Care
Review
Cost-Effectiveness of Pharmacist-led Interventions in Polypharmacy and Hospitalizations in Long-Term Care Facilities: A Systematic Review
09/27/2023

Jackline Muia, PharmD, MS, Diane Calinski, PhD

Jackline Muia, PharmD, MS, Diane Cali...
This article discusses the impact of pharmacist-led interventions on addressing polypharmacy-related issues in long-term care settings for older adults. The study aimed to evaluate cost savings associated with these interventions in terms of...
This article discusses the impact of pharmacist-led interventions on addressing polypharmacy-related issues in long-term care settings for older adults. The study aimed to evaluate cost savings associated with these interventions in terms of...
This article discusses the...
09/27/2023
Annals of Long-Term Care
Practical Research
Does Severe Obesity Affect Postacute Care Outcomes in Older Adults?
09/19/2023

Shenbagam Dewar, MD; Ana Montoya, MD, MPH; Navasuja Kumar, MBBS, MPH; Mohammed Kabeto, MS; Neil Alexander, MD, MS

Shenbagam Dewar, MD; Ana Montoya, MD,...
This retrospective study investigated the impact of varying obesity levels on postacute care (PAC) outcomes in older adults at skilled nursing facilities. Three obesity classes were compared: overweight (body mass index [BMI], 25-29.9), class...
This retrospective study investigated the impact of varying obesity levels on postacute care (PAC) outcomes in older adults at skilled nursing facilities. Three obesity classes were compared: overweight (body mass index [BMI], 25-29.9), class...
This retrospective study...
09/19/2023
Annals of Long-Term Care
Practical Research
Postacute Rehabilitation in Patients With and Without Dementia
08/30/2023

Jane Flanagan, PhD, RN, ANP-BC, AHN-BC, FNAP, FAAN, Marie Boltz, Marie Boltz, PhD, GNP-BC, FGSA, FAAN, Ming Ji, PhD

Jane Flanagan, PhD, RN, ANP-BC, AHN-B...
This study sought to retrospectively examine the effects of occupational therapy (OT), physical therapy (PT), and a combination of the two under the fee-for-service structure on the change in physical function from admission to quarterly...
This study sought to retrospectively examine the effects of occupational therapy (OT), physical therapy (PT), and a combination of the two under the fee-for-service structure on the change in physical function from admission to quarterly...
This study sought to...
08/30/2023
Annals of Long-Term Care
Case Report
Recognizing Post–COVID-19 Brain Fog in Older Adults
08/30/2023

Zachary Palace, MD, CMD, FACP, Mariel Liebeskind, MPH

Zachary Palace, MD, CMD, FACP, Mariel...
This study underscores the importance of promptly identifying and addressing neurocognitive changes in older adults, as illustrated by an 83-year-old woman whose cognitive decline following hospitalization for acute myocarditis and COVID-19...
This study underscores the importance of promptly identifying and addressing neurocognitive changes in older adults, as illustrated by an 83-year-old woman whose cognitive decline following hospitalization for acute myocarditis and COVID-19...
This study underscores the...
08/30/2023
Annals of Long-Term Care

Multimedia Insights

Chad Worz PharmD BCGP
Podcast Series
A Pharmacist’s Role in Addressing the Burden of OAB Among Older Adults
05/18/2022
Edan Stanley
Chad Worz, PharmD, BCGP, chief executive, ASCP, discusses the prevalence of polypharmacy among older adults with overactive bladder and the role pharmacists play in the care team to reduce the burden.
Chad Worz, PharmD, BCGP, chief executive, ASCP, discusses the prevalence of polypharmacy among older adults with overactive bladder and the role pharmacists play in the care team to reduce the burden.
Chad Worz, PharmD, BCGP, chief...
05/18/2022
Pharmacy Learning Network
Manju T Beier PharmD BCGP FASCP
Podcast Series
Reducing Anticholinergic Burden for Older Adults With Overactive Bladder in LTC
03/08/2022
Edan Stanley
Manju T Beier, Pharm D, BCGP, FASCP, senior partner, Geriatric Consultant Resources LLC, and adjunct associate professor of pharmacy, The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, discusses the overall prevalence and risks associated with...
Manju T Beier, Pharm D, BCGP, FASCP, senior partner, Geriatric Consultant Resources LLC, and adjunct associate professor of pharmacy, The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI, discusses the overall prevalence and risks associated with...
Manju T Beier, Pharm D, BCGP,...
03/08/2022
Annals of Long-Term Care
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Podcasts
Number of Therapist Visits Inversely Associated With Readmissions, Death in Patients With Stroke
08/17/2021
Julie Gould
Maria Asimopoulos
Janet Freberger, PT, PhD, professor, and Aileen Chou, PT, DPT, PhD student, Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Pittsburgh, discuss their research about patients undergoing rehabilitation for stroke in acute care hospitals,...
Janet Freberger, PT, PhD, professor, and Aileen Chou, PT, DPT, PhD student, Department of Physical Therapy at the University of Pittsburgh, discuss their research about patients undergoing rehabilitation for stroke in acute care hospitals,...
Janet Freberger, PT, PhD,...
08/17/2021
Annals of Long-Term Care
Headshot of Dr Richard Stefanacci on a blue background underneath the PopHealth Perspectives logo.
Podcasts
Differentiating Between Long-Term Care Facilities and LTACHs
07/06/2021
Julie Gould
Maria Asimopoulos
Richard Stefanacci, DO, MGH, MBA, AGSF, CMD, senior physician, Trinity Health PACE, compares long-term acute care hospitals (LTACHs) with other long-term care facilities and offers insight on how LTACHs might ensure they receive the...
Richard Stefanacci, DO, MGH, MBA, AGSF, CMD, senior physician, Trinity Health PACE, compares long-term acute care hospitals (LTACHs) with other long-term care facilities and offers insight on how LTACHs might ensure they receive the...
Richard Stefanacci, DO, MGH,...
07/06/2021
Annals of Long-Term Care
Headshot of Dr Ilene Warner-Maron on a blue background underneath the PopHealth Perspectives logo.
Podcasts
History and Common Misconceptions of LTACHs
07/02/2021
Julie Gould
Maria Asimopoulos
Ilene Warner-Maron, PHD, RN-BC-CWCN, NHA, assistant professor, Saint Joseph's University, and president, Alden Geriatrics, describes the history and role of long-term acute care hospitals (LTACHs), identifies common misconceptions regarding...
Ilene Warner-Maron, PHD, RN-BC-CWCN, NHA, assistant professor, Saint Joseph's University, and president, Alden Geriatrics, describes the history and role of long-term acute care hospitals (LTACHs), identifies common misconceptions regarding...
Ilene Warner-Maron, PHD,...
07/02/2021
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PD-Related Genes Contribute to Disease in 15% of Patients
08/05/2024
Approximately 15% of patients with Parkinson disease (PD) in a large international cohort had potentially actionable genetic variants, according to a study published in the journal Brain.
Approximately 15% of patients with Parkinson disease (PD) in a large international cohort had potentially actionable genetic variants, according to a study published in the journal Brain.
Approximately 15% of patients...
08/05/2024
Annals of Long-Term Care
News
MRI-Guided Focused Ultrasound Subthalamotomy for Treating Parkinson Disease
07/23/2024
A study assessed the safety and effectiveness of staged bilateral MRI-guided focused ultrasound subthalamotomy (FUS-STN) to treat Parkinson Disease (PD).
A study assessed the safety and effectiveness of staged bilateral MRI-guided focused ultrasound subthalamotomy (FUS-STN) to treat Parkinson Disease (PD).
A study assessed the safety and...
07/23/2024
Annals of Long-Term Care
News
Acupuncture May Enhance Sleep Quality in Patients With Parkinson Disease
07/18/2024
“In this randomized clinical trial, acupuncture improved sleep quality and overall quality of life for individuals with PD. The therapeutic effects persisted for up to 4 weeks, underscoring the potential of acupuncture as a beneficial adjunct...
“In this randomized clinical trial, acupuncture improved sleep quality and overall quality of life for individuals with PD. The therapeutic effects persisted for up to 4 weeks, underscoring the potential of acupuncture as a beneficial adjunct...
“In this randomized clinical...
07/18/2024
Annals of Long-Term Care
News
Researchers Use AI to Predict Parkinson Disease Up to 7 Years
06/20/2024
Researchers developed a blood test using artificial intelligence (AI) to predict Parkinson disease up to 7 years.
Researchers developed a blood test using artificial intelligence (AI) to predict Parkinson disease up to 7 years.
Researchers developed a blood...
06/20/2024
Annals of Long-Term Care
News
Investigational PD Cell Therapy Receives FDA RMAT Designation
06/06/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted the investigational cell therapy bemdaneprocel a Regenerative Medicine Advanced Therapy (RMAT) designation for the treatment of Parkinson disease (PD), announced bemdaneprocel developer...
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted the investigational cell therapy bemdaneprocel a Regenerative Medicine Advanced Therapy (RMAT) designation for the treatment of Parkinson disease (PD), announced bemdaneprocel developer...
The US Food and Drug...
06/06/2024
Annals of Long-Term Care
News
SNF Residents Sue Maryland Health Department for Failing to Conduct Inspections
05/29/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
A group of nursing home residents in Maryland filed a class action lawsuit against the state health department for failing to meet requirements calling for annual inspections of skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), McKnights Long-Term Care News...
A group of nursing home residents in Maryland filed a class action lawsuit against the state health department for failing to meet requirements calling for annual inspections of skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), McKnights Long-Term Care News...
A group of nursing home...
05/29/2024
Annals of Long-Term Care
News
More State Policies Not Always Linked With Less COVID-19 Burden in Nursing Homes
05/22/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
Higher numbers of pandemic policies at the state and territory levels were not consistently associated with fewer COVID-19 cases and deaths in nursing homes or in the community, according to a study published in a research letter in JAMA...
Higher numbers of pandemic policies at the state and territory levels were not consistently associated with fewer COVID-19 cases and deaths in nursing homes or in the community, according to a study published in a research letter in JAMA...
Higher numbers of pandemic...
05/22/2024
Annals of Long-Term Care
News
Exposure to Airborne Manganese, Beryllium, and Nickel May Increase the Risk of Parkinson Disease
05/21/2024
Lisa Kuhns, PhD
Environmental exposure to airborne manganese, beryllium, and nickel may increase the risk of Parkinson disease (PD), according to study results presented at the 2024 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Neurology.
Environmental exposure to airborne manganese, beryllium, and nickel may increase the risk of Parkinson disease (PD), according to study results presented at the 2024 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Neurology.
Environmental exposure to...
05/21/2024
Annals of Long-Term Care
News
New Rules Address Minimum LTC Staffing, Home Care Worker Wages
05/15/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
Vice President Kamala Harris announced 2 final rules last month that aim to improve long-term care and home care services.
Vice President Kamala Harris announced 2 final rules last month that aim to improve long-term care and home care services.
Vice President Kamala Harris...
05/15/2024
Annals of Long-Term Care
News
Neurostimulation Produces a Stable Quality of Life Up to 5 Years in Patients With Parkinson Disease, Study Finds
05/08/2024
Lisa Kuhns, PhD
Deep brain stimulation of the subthalamic nucleus (STN-DBS) results in a stable quality of life (QOL) over 5 years in patients with advanced Parkinson disease, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open.
Deep brain stimulation of the subthalamic nucleus (STN-DBS) results in a stable quality of life (QOL) over 5 years in patients with advanced Parkinson disease, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open.
Deep brain stimulation of the...
05/08/2024
Annals of Long-Term Care

Commentary

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Commentary
Innovative Solutions for LTC Challenges in 2024
03/26/2024

Tom Katofiasc, Senior Manager, Quality Long-Term Care, Omnicare

Tom Katofiasc, Senior Manager, Qualit...
As we move full steam ahead through 2024, it’s evident that the long-term care industry faces unique challenges. Many are a direct result of or were exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, while others might loom in the near future. It’s...
As we move full steam ahead through 2024, it’s evident that the long-term care industry faces unique challenges. Many are a direct result of or were exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, while others might loom in the near future. It’s...
As we move full steam ahead...
03/26/2024
Annals of Long-Term Care
Headshot of Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, Alden Geriatrics
Commentary
Living and Working in Economically Deprived Neighborhoods: LTC Facility Location Impacts Staffing
04/06/2023
Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, RN-BC, NHA
In her latest commentary, Dr Warner-Maron shares findings from a new study which showed staffing levels were significantly lower in long-term care facilities located in economically under-resourced areas compared to those in higher-income...
In her latest commentary, Dr Warner-Maron shares findings from a new study which showed staffing levels were significantly lower in long-term care facilities located in economically under-resourced areas compared to those in higher-income...
In her latest commentary, Dr...
04/06/2023
Annals of Long-Term Care
Commentary
Is a Career Ladder the Answer to CNA Staffing?
03/22/2023
Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, RN-BC, NHA
“Career ladders provide a basic level of education, then add another tier of skills in mental health/behavioral interventions,” writes Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, RN-BC, NHA.
“Career ladders provide a basic level of education, then add another tier of skills in mental health/behavioral interventions,” writes Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, RN-BC, NHA.
“Career ladders provide a basic...
03/22/2023
Annals of Long-Term Care
Headshot of Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, Alden Geriatrics
Commentary
The Impact of Damar Hamlin: Discussing Resuscitation With Residents, Families
03/03/2023
Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, RN-BC, NHA
"The events of January 3, 2023, can be used as a jumping off point to illustrate what can and cannot be accomplished by the medical system," says Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, RN-BC, NHA.
"The events of January 3, 2023, can be used as a jumping off point to illustrate what can and cannot be accomplished by the medical system," says Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, RN-BC, NHA.
"The events of January 3, 2023,...
03/03/2023
Annals of Long-Term Care
Headshot of Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, Alden Geriatrics
Commentary
Would You Seek Treatment From a Centenarian Physician?
02/06/2023
Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, RN-BC, NHA
Dr Ilene Warner-Maron explores the ethics of being treated by a 100-year-old physician, with an emphasis on functional testing requirements and the pros and cons of a lifetime’s experience.
Dr Ilene Warner-Maron explores the ethics of being treated by a 100-year-old physician, with an emphasis on functional testing requirements and the pros and cons of a lifetime’s experience.
Dr Ilene Warner-Maron explores...
02/06/2023
Annals of Long-Term Care
Headshot of Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, Alden Geriatrics
Commentary
The Effect of Hospice Fraud
01/11/2023
Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, RN-BC, NHA
Dr Warner-Maron discusses an Alabama hospice firm which used an inappropriate referral process to boost admissions, and recommends more oversight to prevent fraud moving forward.
Dr Warner-Maron discusses an Alabama hospice firm which used an inappropriate referral process to boost admissions, and recommends more oversight to prevent fraud moving forward.
Dr Warner-Maron discusses an...
01/11/2023
Annals of Long-Term Care
Headshot of Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, Alden Geriatrics
Commentary
The Plot Against Medicare?
12/02/2022
Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, RN-BC, NHA
Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, RN-BC, NHA, Alden Geriatric Consultants, discusses a political movement to increase the eligibility age to access Medicare from 67 to 70 years of age.
Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, RN-BC, NHA, Alden Geriatric Consultants, discusses a political movement to increase the eligibility age to access Medicare from 67 to 70 years of age.
Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, RN-BC,...
12/02/2022
Annals of Long-Term Care
Headshot of Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, Alden Geriatrics
Commentary
The Visibility of Geriatrics in US Medical Schools
11/18/2022
Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, RN-BC, NHA
“To increase the opportunities for students in geriatric rotations, medical schools will need to focus on the inclusion of geriatrics through changes in the curriculum committee,” wrote Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, RN-BC, NHA, Alden Geriatric...
“To increase the opportunities for students in geriatric rotations, medical schools will need to focus on the inclusion of geriatrics through changes in the curriculum committee,” wrote Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, RN-BC, NHA, Alden Geriatric...
“To increase the opportunities...
11/18/2022
Annals of Long-Term Care
Headshot of Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, Alden Geriatrics
Commentary
The Baseline Care Plan and Risk Management in Skilled Nursing Facilities
10/14/2022
Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, RN-BC, NHA
“At the time that the baseline care plan is created, staff can discuss with the family and resident the intrinsic and extrinsic causes of falls identified for that resident,” wrote Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, RN-BC, NHA, Alden Geriatric...
“At the time that the baseline care plan is created, staff can discuss with the family and resident the intrinsic and extrinsic causes of falls identified for that resident,” wrote Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, RN-BC, NHA, Alden Geriatric...
“At the time that the baseline...
10/14/2022
Annals of Long-Term Care
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Commentary
Lessons for LTC: “Five Days at Memorial”
09/02/2022
Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, RN-BC, NHA
Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, RN-BC, NHA, Alden Geriatric Consultants, shares some of the main takeaways from a new series that chronicled Hurricane Katrina and its unexpected implications on long-term care facilities.
Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, RN-BC, NHA, Alden Geriatric Consultants, shares some of the main takeaways from a new series that chronicled Hurricane Katrina and its unexpected implications on long-term care facilities.
Ilene Warner-Maron, PhD, RN-BC,...
09/02/2022
Annals of Long-Term Care

Interviews

Jillian Olmsted Headshot
Interview
Long-Term Care for the Homeless Population
07/16/2024
"A common barrier for the medically frail and terminally ill populations is the inability to work due to their illness. Not being able to pay their rent and various bills can lead to an eviction, starting the cycle of homelessness," said...
"A common barrier for the medically frail and terminally ill populations is the inability to work due to their illness. Not being able to pay their rent and various bills can lead to an eviction, starting the cycle of homelessness," said...
"A common barrier for the...
07/16/2024
Annals of Long-Term Care
Joel Diamond
Interview
Advancing Long-Term Care Through Precision Medicine
02/13/2024

Featuring Joel Diamond, MD, chief medical officer of Aranscia

Featuring Joel Diamond, MD, chief med...
The current state of precision medicine in long-term and post-acute care, and potential future advancements, are discussed with Dr Joel Diamond, CMO of Aranscia.
The current state of precision medicine in long-term and post-acute care, and potential future advancements, are discussed with Dr Joel Diamond, CMO of Aranscia.
The current state of precision...
02/13/2024
Annals of Long-Term Care
Julian Hagmann and Stephen Vaccaro
Interview
Revolutionizing Home Care With Electronic Visit Verification Technology
11/07/2023

Featuring Julian Hagmann, vice president of Caring Professionals, and Stephen Vaccaro, president of HHAeXchange

Featuring Julian Hagmann, vice presid...
Julian Hagmann, vice president of Caring Professionals, and Stephen Vaccaro, president of HHAeXchange, discuss how electronic visit verification technology can enable more patients to receive home care, reduce hospitalization readmission...
Julian Hagmann, vice president of Caring Professionals, and Stephen Vaccaro, president of HHAeXchange, discuss how electronic visit verification technology can enable more patients to receive home care, reduce hospitalization readmission...
Julian Hagmann, vice president...
11/07/2023
Annals of Long-Term Care
Headshot of Matthew Weaver, PhD, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Harvard Medical School
Interview
Sleep Disorders Among Health Care Providers Increase Risk of Occupational Burnout
09/01/2021
Julie Gould
“Identifying and treating undiagnosed sleep disorders may be an effective intervention against burnout, which has been resistant to other treatment approaches,” explained Matthew Weaver, PhD, associate epidemiologist at Brigham and Women’s...
“Identifying and treating undiagnosed sleep disorders may be an effective intervention against burnout, which has been resistant to other treatment approaches,” explained Matthew Weaver, PhD, associate epidemiologist at Brigham and Women’s...
“Identifying and treating...
09/01/2021
Population Health
Headshots of Ilene Warner-Maron, Alden Geriatrics, and Richard Stefanacci, Trinity Health PACE
Interview
How the Federal Vaccine Mandate Could Impact Nursing Homes
08/20/2021
Maria Asimopoulos
Ilene Warner-Maron, PHD, RN-BC-CWCN, NHA, president, Alden Geriatric Consultants, Inc, and Richard Stefanacci, DO, MGH, MBA, AGSF, CMD, senior physician, Trinity Health PACE, offer insight into potential benefits and consequences of the...
Ilene Warner-Maron, PHD, RN-BC-CWCN, NHA, president, Alden Geriatric Consultants, Inc, and Richard Stefanacci, DO, MGH, MBA, AGSF, CMD, senior physician, Trinity Health PACE, offer insight into potential benefits and consequences of the...
Ilene Warner-Maron, PHD,...
08/20/2021
Annals of Long-Term Care
Why Traditional Medicare Should Ensure MA Plans Are Addressing Quality of Care at End-of-Life
Interview
Why Traditional Medicare Should Ensure MA Plans Are Addressing Quality of Care at End-of-Life
01/12/2021
Claire Ankuda, MD, MPH, assistant professor, Brookdale Department of Geriatrics and Palliative Care, Icahn School of Medicine, discusses a recent survey of older adults that showed that family and friends of people who died while enrolled in...
Claire Ankuda, MD, MPH, assistant professor, Brookdale Department of Geriatrics and Palliative Care, Icahn School of Medicine, discusses a recent survey of older adults that showed that family and friends of people who died while enrolled in...
Claire Ankuda, MD, MPH,...
01/12/2021
Annals of Long-Term Care
AGS President-Elect Reviews New CMS Reimbursement Changes for Geriatrics, Primary Care
Interview
AGS President-Elect Reviews New CMS Reimbursement Changes for Geriatrics, Primary Care
12/16/2020
Peter Hollmann, MD, president- elect of the American Geriatrics Society and co-chair of the American Medical Association, discusses the recent news from CMS in regard to improvements made in reimbursement for geriatrics and primary care under...
Peter Hollmann, MD, president- elect of the American Geriatrics Society and co-chair of the American Medical Association, discusses the recent news from CMS in regard to improvements made in reimbursement for geriatrics and primary care under...
Peter Hollmann, MD, president-...
12/16/2020
Annals of Long-Term Care
Performance of Private-Equity NHs Comparable With For-Profit, Nonprofit Facilities Regarding COVID-19 Response
Interview
Performance of Private-Equity NHs Comparable With For-Profit, Nonprofit Facilities Regarding COVID-19 Response
12/04/2020
Mark Unruh, PhD, associate professor in the Department of Population Health Sciences at Weill Cornell Medical College, explains how the performance of private equity owned nursing homes compared to those with other types of ownership during...
Mark Unruh, PhD, associate professor in the Department of Population Health Sciences at Weill Cornell Medical College, explains how the performance of private equity owned nursing homes compared to those with other types of ownership during...
Mark Unruh, PhD, associate...
12/04/2020
Annals of Long-Term Care
Examining the Adequacy of COVID Test Result Turnaround Time in SNFs
Interview
Examining the Adequacy of COVID Test Result Turnaround Time in SNFs
11/24/2020
Michael L Barnett, MD, MS, assistant professor of Health Policy and Management at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and primary care physician at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, explains why testing turnaround needs to be...
Michael L Barnett, MD, MS, assistant professor of Health Policy and Management at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and primary care physician at Brigham and Women’s Hospital, explains why testing turnaround needs to be...
Michael L Barnett, MD, MS,...
11/24/2020
Annals of Long-Term Care
LTC Access Under Medicaid Expansion Improves for Newly Eligible Low-Income, Middle-Aged Adults
Interview
LTC Access Under Medicaid Expansion Improves for Newly Eligible Low-Income, Middle-Aged Adults
11/13/2020
Courtney Harold Van Houtven, PhD, professor in the Department of Population Health Science, Duke University School of Medicine and Duke-Margolis Center for Health Policy, discusses her recent study and explains how individuals living in an...
Courtney Harold Van Houtven, PhD, professor in the Department of Population Health Science, Duke University School of Medicine and Duke-Margolis Center for Health Policy, discusses her recent study and explains how individuals living in an...
Courtney Harold Van Houtven,...
11/13/2020
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