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Impact of Long-Term Acute Care Hospital Closures on Patient Care Patterns and Outcomes
09/23/2024
Hannah Musick
A study published in JAMA Network Open examines the impact of long-term acute care hospital closures on care patterns and outcomes for patients requiring mechanical ventilation, revealing changes in discharge patterns and advanced directive...
A study published in JAMA Network Open examines the impact of long-term acute care hospital closures on care patterns and outcomes for patients requiring mechanical ventilation, revealing changes in discharge patterns and advanced directive...
A study published in JAMA...
09/23/2024
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High Mortality and Impairment Rates Among Older Adults in Long-Term Acute Care Hospitals
09/20/2024
Lisa Kuhns, PhD, MD
Long-term acute care hospitals (LTCHs) provide critical, multidisciplinary care for medically complex patients, but survival rates and long-term functional outcomes remain poor, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open.
Long-term acute care hospitals (LTCHs) provide critical, multidisciplinary care for medically complex patients, but survival rates and long-term functional outcomes remain poor, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open.
Long-term acute care hospitals...
09/20/2024
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Kindred Hospitals’ Complex Wound Care Can Reduce Readmissions and Length of Stay
09/17/2024
Discover how Kindred Hospitals, a national network of long-term acute care hospitals (LTACHs), are improving patient outcomes and reducing health care costs for complex wound patients through their advanced wound care program.
Discover how Kindred Hospitals, a national network of long-term acute care hospitals (LTACHs), are improving patient outcomes and reducing health care costs for complex wound patients through their advanced wound care program.
Discover how Kindred Hospitals,...
09/17/2024
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HHS Unveils Comprehensive Healthcare Reforms to Boost Equity and Quality
09/13/2024
Lisa Kuhns, PhD, MD
The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced updates to Medicare payments and policies to improve healthcare accessibility, equity, and quality for millions of Americans, according to a press release by the HHS.
The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced updates to Medicare payments and policies to improve healthcare accessibility, equity, and quality for millions of Americans, according to a press release by the HHS.
The US Department of Health and...
09/13/2024
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Kindred Hospitals: A Critical Level of Care
08/27/2024
The authors explore the advantages of timely transfers of critically ill patients to Kindred Hospitals, a national network of long-term acute care hospitals (LTACHs), providing insights into key aspects of their intensive care units (ICUs).
The authors explore the advantages of timely transfers of critically ill patients to Kindred Hospitals, a national network of long-term acute care hospitals (LTACHs), providing insights into key aspects of their intensive care units (ICUs).
The authors explore the...
08/27/2024
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Study Reveals Long-Term Care Insurance Reduces Hospital Costs and Improves Care
08/21/2024
Lisa Kuhns, PhD, MD
Long-term care insurance can help reduce hospitalization costs and improve care for people with disabilities, according to a new study published in Frontiers in Public Health.
Long-term care insurance can help reduce hospitalization costs and improve care for people with disabilities, according to a new study published in Frontiers in Public Health.
Long-term care insurance can...
08/21/2024
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AHA Voices Concern Over CMS Payment Updates to LTC Hospitals
08/07/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
The American Hospital Association (AHA) expressed deep concern in response to long-term care (LTC) hospital payment updates finalized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid (CMS) on August 1, 2024.
The American Hospital Association (AHA) expressed deep concern in response to long-term care (LTC) hospital payment updates finalized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid (CMS) on August 1, 2024.
The American Hospital...
08/07/2024
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Long-Wave Infrared Thermography Helps LTACH Achieve Pressure Injury Success
04/25/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
“The LTACH facility maintained a zero hospital-acquired pressure injury rate for 10 months after implementation of long-wave infrared thermography," researchers reported.
“The LTACH facility maintained a zero hospital-acquired pressure injury rate for 10 months after implementation of long-wave infrared thermography," researchers reported.
“The LTACH facility maintained a...
04/25/2023
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Impact of Long-Term Acute Care Hospital Closures on Patient Care Patterns and Outcomes
09/23/2024
Hannah Musick
A study published in JAMA Network Open examines the impact of long-term acute care hospital closures on care patterns and outcomes for patients requiring mechanical ventilation, revealing changes in discharge patterns and advanced directive...
A study published in JAMA Network Open examines the impact of long-term acute care hospital closures on care patterns and outcomes for patients requiring mechanical ventilation, revealing changes in discharge patterns and advanced directive...
A study published in JAMA...
09/23/2024
First Report Managed Care
News
High Mortality and Impairment Rates Among Older Adults in Long-Term Acute Care Hospitals
09/20/2024
Lisa Kuhns, PhD, MD
Long-term acute care hospitals (LTCHs) provide critical, multidisciplinary care for medically complex patients, but survival rates and long-term functional outcomes remain poor, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open.
Long-term acute care hospitals (LTCHs) provide critical, multidisciplinary care for medically complex patients, but survival rates and long-term functional outcomes remain poor, according to a study published in JAMA Network Open.
Long-term acute care hospitals...
09/20/2024
First Report Managed Care
News
HHS Unveils Comprehensive Healthcare Reforms to Boost Equity and Quality
09/13/2024
Lisa Kuhns, PhD, MD
The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced updates to Medicare payments and policies to improve healthcare accessibility, equity, and quality for millions of Americans, according to a press release by the HHS.
The US Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced updates to Medicare payments and policies to improve healthcare accessibility, equity, and quality for millions of Americans, according to a press release by the HHS.
The US Department of Health and...
09/13/2024
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News
Study Reveals Long-Term Care Insurance Reduces Hospital Costs and Improves Care
08/21/2024
Lisa Kuhns, PhD, MD
Long-term care insurance can help reduce hospitalization costs and improve care for people with disabilities, according to a new study published in Frontiers in Public Health.
Long-term care insurance can help reduce hospitalization costs and improve care for people with disabilities, according to a new study published in Frontiers in Public Health.
Long-term care insurance can...
08/21/2024
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News
AHA Voices Concern Over CMS Payment Updates to LTC Hospitals
08/07/2024
Jolynn Tumolo
The American Hospital Association (AHA) expressed deep concern in response to long-term care (LTC) hospital payment updates finalized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid (CMS) on August 1, 2024.
The American Hospital Association (AHA) expressed deep concern in response to long-term care (LTC) hospital payment updates finalized by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid (CMS) on August 1, 2024.
The American Hospital...
08/07/2024
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News
Long-Wave Infrared Thermography Helps LTACH Achieve Pressure Injury Success
04/25/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
“The LTACH facility maintained a zero hospital-acquired pressure injury rate for 10 months after implementation of long-wave infrared thermography," researchers reported.
“The LTACH facility maintained a zero hospital-acquired pressure injury rate for 10 months after implementation of long-wave infrared thermography," researchers reported.
“The LTACH facility maintained a...
04/25/2023
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Patients With Thin-Liquid Dysphagia Benefit From Free Water Protocol at LTACH
04/25/2023
Jolynn Tumolo
A free water protocol implemented at a long-term acute care hospital improved patients' hydration and quality of life without resulting in aspiration pneumonia, findings show.
A free water protocol implemented at a long-term acute care hospital improved patients' hydration and quality of life without resulting in aspiration pneumonia, findings show.
A free water protocol...
04/25/2023
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Study Finds Delayed Use of LTACH’s Palliative Care Consult Service
07/25/2022
Jolynn Tumolo
Researchers advised shorter time to palliative care consults could improve costs, patient quality of life, and health care resource utilization.
Researchers advised shorter time to palliative care consults could improve costs, patient quality of life, and health care resource utilization.
Researchers advised shorter time...
07/25/2022
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Walking Dysfunction Among Patients With COVID-19 Admitted to LTACHs
06/21/2022
Jolynn Tumolo
Study authors evaluated Six Minute Walk Test improvements in a national cohort of patients admitted to long-term acute care hospitals for severe COVID-19.
Study authors evaluated Six Minute Walk Test improvements in a national cohort of patients admitted to long-term acute care hospitals for severe COVID-19.
Study authors evaluated Six...
06/21/2022
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Successful Rehabilitation of Patient With COVID-19-linked Guillain-Barré Syndrome
05/10/2022
Jolynn Tumolo
A man diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome following COVID-19 infection was successfully rehabilitated by and discharged from a long-term acute care hospital.
A man diagnosed with Guillain-Barré syndrome following COVID-19 infection was successfully rehabilitated by and discharged from a long-term acute care hospital.
A man diagnosed with...
05/10/2022
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Autoimmune Disease Impact on Health and Productivity of US Employees
03/26/2025
Grace Taylor, MS, MA
Chronic autoimmune conditions are emerging as a major, underrecognized burden on employers, driving up health care costs and disability claims across the US workforce.
Chronic autoimmune conditions are emerging as a major, underrecognized burden on employers, driving up health care costs and disability claims across the US workforce.
Chronic autoimmune conditions...
03/26/2025
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Initiating Cariprazine as First Adjunctive Therapy Linked to Lower Mental Health Costs in MDD
03/25/2025
Hannah Musick
Initiating cariprazine as the first adjunctive therapy in major depressive disorder (MDD) is associated with significantly lower mental health-related health care utilization and costs compared to using it after other adjunctive treatments.
Initiating cariprazine as the first adjunctive therapy in major depressive disorder (MDD) is associated with significantly lower mental health-related health care utilization and costs compared to using it after other adjunctive treatments.
Initiating cariprazine as the...
03/25/2025
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Study Flags Risk of Selection Bias in Evaluating Medicaid Health Plans
03/24/2025
Hannah Musick
A new study reveals that selection bias, not plan performance, may drive observed racial disparities in Medicaid care, challenging the validity of using these metrics for payment or public reporting.
A new study reveals that selection bias, not plan performance, may drive observed racial disparities in Medicaid care, challenging the validity of using these metrics for payment or public reporting.
A new study reveals that...
03/24/2025
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Emerging Treatments Improve Outcomes for Patients With Relapsed/Refractory Follicular Lymphoma
03/21/2025
Lisa Kuhns, PhD, MD
Recent advancements in bispecific antibodies (BsAbs) and chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapies are revolutionizing the treatment landscape for patients with relapsed or refractory follicular lymphoma (RR-FL), offering new hope for...
Recent advancements in bispecific antibodies (BsAbs) and chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T-cell therapies are revolutionizing the treatment landscape for patients with relapsed or refractory follicular lymphoma (RR-FL), offering new hope for...
Recent advancements in...
03/21/2025
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Biosimilars Gain Market Traction but Adoption Varies by Demographics and Other Factors
03/18/2025
Grace Taylor, MS, MA
Biosimilars are gaining market share and reducing drug costs, but patient adoption varies based on demographics, care settings, and payer policies.
Biosimilars are gaining market share and reducing drug costs, but patient adoption varies based on demographics, care settings, and payer policies.
Biosimilars are gaining market...
03/18/2025
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Patients With Vitiligo Face Elevated Risk of Cardiovascular Disease, Study Finds
03/14/2025
Grace Taylor, MS, MA
Individuals with vitiligo have an increased risk of major cardiovascular events, including stroke and venous thromboembolism, according to researchers.
Individuals with vitiligo have an increased risk of major cardiovascular events, including stroke and venous thromboembolism, according to researchers.
Individuals with vitiligo have...
03/14/2025
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Unlocking Cost-Efficiency and Access With Biosimilar Bevacizumab in Medicare
03/13/2025
Hannah Musick
New research shows significant cost savings and potential for expanded access to biosimilar bevacizumab in Medicare for patients with metastatic colorectal and non-small cell lung cancer.
New research shows significant cost savings and potential for expanded access to biosimilar bevacizumab in Medicare for patients with metastatic colorectal and non-small cell lung cancer.
New research shows significant...
03/13/2025
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Study Finds Limited Benefit of Common MS Fatigue Medications
03/12/2025
Grace Taylor, MS, MA
Commonly used medications for multiple sclerosis-related fatigue offer minimal clinical benefit and are more likely to cause treatment discontinuation due to side effects, according to a systematic review and meta-analysis published in...
Commonly used medications for multiple sclerosis-related fatigue offer minimal clinical benefit and are more likely to cause treatment discontinuation due to side effects, according to a systematic review and meta-analysis published in...
Commonly used medications for...
03/12/2025
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Bridging the Gap: Mental Health Support for Individuals With Skin Conditions
03/07/2025
Hannah Musick
A recently published review explores the impact of skin diseases on mental health, emphasizing the need for culturally sensitive approaches and digital health technologies to support individuals with skin conditions.
A recently published review explores the impact of skin diseases on mental health, emphasizing the need for culturally sensitive approaches and digital health technologies to support individuals with skin conditions.
A recently published review...
03/07/2025
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Bispecific Antibody Therapy Achieves Sustained Remissions in Follicular Lymphoma
03/06/2025
Juliet Gallagher
A 3-year follow-up of a phase 1/2 study confirms that mosunetuzumab, a CD20×CD3 bispecific antibody, provides durable remissions, high response rates, and a favorable safety profile in relapsed or refractory follicular lymphoma, reinforcing...
A 3-year follow-up of a phase 1/2 study confirms that mosunetuzumab, a CD20×CD3 bispecific antibody, provides durable remissions, high response rates, and a favorable safety profile in relapsed or refractory follicular lymphoma, reinforcing...
A 3-year follow-up of a phase...
03/06/2025
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Managing Patients, Costs in Postacute Care Settings
07/13/2021
Maria Asimopoulos; Julie Gould
Kaleb Kuhl, vice president of sales, Olio Health, discusses the cost variations associated with postacute care, the role of value-based care strategies, and what payers and accountable care organizations should know about managing patients...
Kaleb Kuhl, vice president of sales, Olio Health, discusses the cost variations associated with postacute care, the role of value-based care strategies, and what payers and accountable care organizations should know about managing patients...
Kaleb Kuhl, vice president of...
07/13/2021
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