Contact
searchSearch
HMP Global

Long-Term Acute Care Hospital News

News
High Mortality and Impairment Rates Among Older Adults in Long-Term Acute Care Hospitals
09/20/2024
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
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
First Report Managed Care
News
Study Reveals Long-Term Care Insurance Reduces Hospital Costs and Improves Care
08/21/2024
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
First Report Managed Care
News
AHA Voices Concern Over CMS Payment Updates to LTC Hospitals
08/07/2024
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 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
First Report Managed Care
News
Long-Wave Infrared Thermography Helps LTACH Achieve Pressure Injury Success
04/25/2023
“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
First Report Managed Care
News
Patients With Thin-Liquid Dysphagia Benefit From Free Water Protocol at LTACH
04/25/2023
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
First Report Managed Care
News
Study Finds Delayed Use of LTACH’s Palliative Care Consult Service
07/25/2022
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
First Report Managed Care
News
Walking Dysfunction Among Patients With COVID-19 Admitted to LTACHs
06/21/2022
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
First Report Managed Care
News
Successful Rehabilitation of Patient With COVID-19-linked Guillain-Barré Syndrome
05/10/2022
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
First Report Managed Care
News
Chronic Ventilation Prognosis Worsens With Age, Consciousness/Cognitive State
04/20/2022
Researchers measured average lengths of stay and outcomes among patients admitted to a long-term acute care hospital for prolonged mechanical ventilation.
Researchers measured average lengths of stay and outcomes among patients admitted to a long-term acute care hospital for prolonged mechanical ventilation.
Researchers measured average...
04/20/2022
First Report Managed Care
FRMC Volume 21, Issue 3

Current Issue

September 2024
Volume 21
Issue 3
Current Issue
Issue Archive

What's Trending?

News
Biotechnology Initial Public Offerings Soar in 2013
02/13/2014
New York—After several poor years, the biotechnology industry rebounded in 2013 with 45 initial public offerings (IPOs) of biotechnology companies and more money flowing into the sector. It was the most activity in the sector since 2000, and...
New York—After several poor years, the biotechnology industry rebounded in 2013 with 45 initial public offerings (IPOs) of biotechnology companies and more money flowing into the sector. It was the most activity in the sector since 2000, and...
New York—After several poor...
02/13/2014
First Report Managed Care
News
Study: Pediatric Patients Benefit From PCMH Utilization
03/22/2017
Researchers argue that public funding efforts should be invested in improving the use of patient centered medical homes for children covered under public insurance, or those who have no insurance at all.
Researchers argue that public funding efforts should be invested in improving the use of patient centered medical homes for children covered under public insurance, or those who have no insurance at all.
Researchers argue that public...
03/22/2017
First Report Managed Care
News
High Deductible Health Plans Associated With No Change in Asthma Care
10/26/2021
Authors noted that enrollment in high deductible health plans “was associated with minimal or no reductions in controller medication use for children and adults and no change in asthma exacerbations,” suggesting a potential benefit from...
Authors noted that enrollment in high deductible health plans “was associated with minimal or no reductions in controller medication use for children and adults and no change in asthma exacerbations,” suggesting a potential benefit from...
Authors noted that enrollment in...
10/26/2021
First Report Managed Care
Cancer Screening Cessation for Older Adults
06/26/2013
There are many educational efforts designed to increase the rates of screening for cancer, which is an important part of standard medical care. However, the balance of the risks and benefits of screening are affected by situations such as...
There are many educational efforts designed to increase the rates of screening for cancer, which is an important part of standard medical care. However, the balance of the risks and benefits of screening are affected by situations such as...
There are many educational...
06/26/2013
First Report Managed Care
News
Mylan gets approval for generic Effexor XR
06/08/2011
06/08/2011
First Report Managed Care

Video Insights

Videos
Bridging the Gaps in Prior Authorization: Challenges, Solutions, and Collaboration for Better Patient Care
11/13/2024
David Sand, MD, MBA, chief medical officer at ZeOmega, discusses the challenges of prior authorization, emphasizing the need for transparency, evidence-based standards, collaboration between payers and providers, and the potential for...
David Sand, MD, MBA, chief medical officer at ZeOmega, discusses the challenges of prior authorization, emphasizing the need for transparency, evidence-based standards, collaboration between payers and providers, and the potential for...
David Sand, MD, MBA, chief...
11/13/2024
First Report Managed Care
Richard Lipton, MD
Videos
The Evolving Role of CGRP-targeting Therapies in Migraine Prevention
10/31/2024
Richard Lipton, MD, provides insights on the American Headache Society’s position statement update on calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP)-targeting therapies as a first-line option for the prevention of migraine.
Richard Lipton, MD, provides insights on the American Headache Society’s position statement update on calcitonin gene-related peptide (CGRP)-targeting therapies as a first-line option for the prevention of migraine.
Richard Lipton, MD, provides...
10/31/2024
First Report Managed Care
Alexander Spira, MD, PhD
Videos
Unmet Needs in the Treatment and Management of Non–Small Cell Lung Cancer
09/26/2024
Alexander I. Spira, MD, PhD, discusses significant unmet needs in the treatment and management of non–small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).
Alexander I. Spira, MD, PhD, discusses significant unmet needs in the treatment and management of non–small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).
Alexander I. Spira, MD, PhD,...
09/26/2024
First Report Managed Care
Videos
Treatment Options for NSCLC: A Discussion on Coverage, Clinical Outcomes, and Payer Perspectives
09/25/2024
Learn about research developments in 1L therapy for NSCLC patients with EGFR mutations and how outcomes may impact coverage and reimbursement decisions for insurers.
Learn about research developments in 1L therapy for NSCLC patients with EGFR mutations and how outcomes may impact coverage and reimbursement decisions for insurers.
Learn about research...
09/25/2024
First Report Managed Care
Title Card
Videos
Addressing the Root Cause of a Common Ocular Condition: A Virtual Roundtable
09/04/2024
View a roundtable discussion on Demodex blepharitis, a prevalent ocular condition that often goes undiagnosed in patients.
View a roundtable discussion on Demodex blepharitis, a prevalent ocular condition that often goes undiagnosed in patients.
View a roundtable discussion on...
09/04/2024
First Report Managed Care
Jordan Bazinsky
Videos
Addressing Health Disparities and Promoting Equity: The Role of Advanced Imaging Solutions
08/15/2024
Guest expert Jordan Bazinsky discusses the challenges facing the medical imaging industry, the potential of AI and emerging technologies, the role of advanced imaging solutions in promoting health equity, and the key trends and challenges...
Guest expert Jordan Bazinsky discusses the challenges facing the medical imaging industry, the potential of AI and emerging technologies, the role of advanced imaging solutions in promoting health equity, and the key trends and challenges...
Guest expert Jordan Bazinsky...
08/15/2024
First Report Managed Care
Farrukh Awan, MD
Videos
Promising Therapies and Clinical Trials for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
08/14/2024
Farrukh Awan, MD, highlights promising therapies and clinical trials within the field of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL).
Farrukh Awan, MD, highlights promising therapies and clinical trials within the field of chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL).
Farrukh Awan, MD, highlights...
08/14/2024
Journal of Clinical Pathways
Hayward
Videos
Evolving Health Care Contact Centers Into Drivers of Value-Based Care
07/31/2024
Discover how health care contact centers can transform into drivers of value-based care through AI, automation, upskilling agents, and rethinking workflows and metrics to improve patient outcomes and population health.
Discover how health care contact centers can transform into drivers of value-based care through AI, automation, upskilling agents, and rethinking workflows and metrics to improve patient outcomes and population health.
Discover how health care contact...
07/31/2024
First Report Managed Care
Lucille Accetta Headshot
Videos
Enhancing Patient Medication Adherence: Insights and Strategies From Asembia 2024
06/11/2024
Lucille Accetta, PharmD, MBA, MSPH, Senior Vice President of CVS Specialty Operations
Key stakeholders in the health care industry gathered to discuss prevalent topics at this year's Asembia annual summit. Medication adherence emerged as one of the most talked-about issues. In a session led by Lucille Accetta, PharmD, MBA,...
Key stakeholders in the health care industry gathered to discuss prevalent topics at this year's Asembia annual summit. Medication adherence emerged as one of the most talked-about issues. In a session led by Lucille Accetta, PharmD, MBA,...
Key stakeholders in the health...
06/11/2024
First Report Managed Care
Melissa Andel, Principal, CommonHealth Solutions, LLC
Videos
Navigating the Impact of the Inflation Reduction Act: Implications for Payers, Patients, and Manufacturers
05/24/2024
Melissa Andel, Principal, CommonHealth Solutions, LLC
Learn about the impacts of the Inflation Reduction Act on payers and patients, highlighting the changes in Medicare benefits and drug coverage coming in 2025 and 2026.
Learn about the impacts of the Inflation Reduction Act on payers and patients, highlighting the changes in Medicare benefits and drug coverage coming in 2025 and 2026.
Learn about the impacts of the...
05/24/2024
First Report Managed Care

Subscribe to our eNewsletters!

First Report Managed Care Newsletter

Specialties

Events

Year Round Education

HMP Global Products

HMP Education Logo
HMP Omnimedia Logo
HMP Europe Logo
© 2024 HMP Global. All Rights Reserved.
Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Term of Use