Opioids are a class of drugs that are typically prescribed to relieve pain. These drugs come with names like Vicodin, Oxycodone, Oxycontin, and Fentanyl patches. While these drugs may be needed for a short time … Read More »
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Neglect And Pressure Sore Blamed For Death At Nursing Home
Pressure ulcers are a common concern in nursing homes and other long-term care facilities. Also known as pressure ulcers, these sores are caused by being in one position for too long and having the constant … Read More »
Court Backs State’s Decision To Close Rehab Facility After Deaths
Hurricane Irma was last year, but the nursing home that lost power and air conditioning and subsequently caused the death of several residents is still making news. The Rehabilitation Center at Hollywood Hills caused Governor … Read More »
Boomeraging Now Targeted By Medicare
Due to insurance company policies, many hospitals are rushed to discharge patients quickly, even those who may benefit from a longer stay. Many of the patients who suffer from these early releases are released back … Read More »
Huge Fines For North Carolina Nursing Home Chain After Abuse Discovered
Nursing homes that accept funds from Medicare and Medicaid must adhere to a strict list of guidelines. These guidelines cover everything from the number of staff members, nurses, and aides that are required to how … Read More »
Nursing Home Aid Sentenced To House Arrest After Patient Harassment Conviction
We expect the staff of nursing homes to have patience and a love of humanity, or at least, we hope that they are decent people. However, many staff members lack the kind of mentality that … Read More »
Hidden Camera Reveals Stroke Victim Berating
When faced with the daunting prospect of placing a senior loved one into a long-term care facility like a nursing home, the last thing a person wants to think about is abuse and neglect. Yet, … Read More »
Fine In The Hundreds Of Millions Levied Against Nursing Home Chain For Failing To Cover Rehab
When one thinks of a nursing home, they generally think of the kind of facility where the aged are sent to live out their final days. However, while nursing homes do provide this kind of … Read More »
Texas County Declares Elder Abuse Prevention Month After Rash Of Cases
When it comes to prevention of elder abuse, one of the biggest tools in the arsenals of those trying to stem cases of abuse is knowledge. Most importantly, educating members of the community about the … Read More »
Nursing Home Industry Advocates Complain About Iowa Investigation Unit
Millions of seniors that require long-term care rely on Medicaid to pay for all or part of the services that they receive. As such, many states have established Medicaid Fraud Control Units that are tasked … Read More »
