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New Opioid Data for Medicare Part D

Will fewer prescriptions signal positive progress? An update on how seniors are faring on the opioid front In response to...

August 14, 2019

CMS Reverses Antipsychotic Rule

New proposal restores ‘pro re nata’ rights for facility staff Get the full story on the future of antipsychotic prescriptions...

August 14, 2019

Landmark Ruling On Provider Rights

Judge says doctors can make decisions for end-of-life patients How ‘elder orphans’ factor into skilled nursing Back in 2016, a...

August 14, 2019

Living Wage in Long-Term Care

The growing ’15 Now’ movement puts LTC wages in spotlight How staff compensation affects care quality For years, Medicaid reimbursements...

August 14, 2019

The Benefits of Enhanced Medical Rehabilitation

Setting specific therapy goals helps residents grow stronger Get a crash course on the EMR therapy model A recent study...

August 14, 2019

Summertime Inspiration from ‘The Longest Day’

‘The Longest Day’ 2019 comes to a successful close Support the cause with activities for Alzheimer’s patients Each summer, the...

July 9, 2019

Common Drugs Cause Dementia?

Anticholinergic drugs linked to dementia risk Skilled nursing facilities: take note As professionals working alongside seniors, we facecountless challenges related...

July 1, 2019

Occupancy Rates Hit Four-Year High

Aster years of decline, NIC announces SNF occupancy increase For the past five years, nursing homes have struggled tokeep beds...

June 18, 2019

Tips for reducing hospital transfers

Researchers say ‘mistrust’ is a leading reason for hospital transfers Let's see how we can educate and inspire confidence in...

May 29, 2019

Residents Seek Comfort in Robotic Pets

Furry friends offer heartwarming support for dementia patients Can facilities tap these toys for traditional care? Back in 2015, the...

May 21, 2019

Refreshing Your Oral Health Care Program

HHS says to SNF: Improve dental care or pay the price How to tackle the challenge of oral hygiene Over...

May 14, 2019

As Moratorium Ends, Do Levies Loom?

This month, the feds will liſt a temporary ban on citation fines Here’s how to keep your facility in the...

May 6, 2019

April is National Volunteer Month

Experts say the value of SNF volunteers is highly underestimated Celebrate NVM with the full lowdown on free labor Did...

April 30, 2019

LTC Predictions 2019

Experts identify 3 key trends for the future of long-term care Each year, healthcare experts gaze into the LTC crystal...

April 30, 2019

Language: A Barrier to Care?

California court rules: Son’s signature is null and void Do language barriers pose a risk to LTC? As servants in...

April 30, 2019

WE’RE HIRING!

Multiple positions available. Please join us at the Open House:

April 12, 2019

How hospitals PAC their way to profits

Research says specific hospital ownership keeps care costs down See which type of PAC providers prove most lucrative It’s no...

April 2, 2019

Prepare for PDPM in 3 easy steps

The countdown begins: PDPM is set to debut in six short months Get your three-step roadmap for smooth transitioning Over...

March 28, 2019

Staffing Impact on Sepsis

Report says 25,000 fatal transfers each year involve sepsis Congress tries to tackle the issue with stricter staffing laws Back...

March 11, 2019

How To Help Residents Sleep Better

In long-term care, the smallest acts matter Here’s a guide to granting patients a good night’s rest The older we...

March 6, 2019

CMS Overpayment Sparks Debate

SNFs received $84 million in illicit payments from 2013-2015 Who’s to blame - hospitals or post-acute care providers? New research...

February 27, 2019

NY Pushes For LTC Insurance

New York leaders say LTC coverage is possible for all The catch? A single-payer healthcare model New York lawmakers recently...

February 18, 2019

How Communication Can Cut Costs

Readmissions are dangerous to patients (and our pockets) Experts say provider exchange helps reduce risk For years, long-term care facilities...

February 12, 2019

43,000+ Job Openings in LTC

In times of low unemployment, think outside the recruiting box Follow these three tips for attracting and retaining new nurses...

February 5, 2019

Put a STOP to Resident Wandering

Wandering poses a serious danger to dementia patients One nursing home has a surprising new approach to prevention In long-term...

January 30, 2019

An Unusual Approach to Solving Staff Shortages

A Canadian nursing home just launched a volunteer pilot program Have you thought of bringing unpaid workers on board? Long-term...

January 17, 2019

New Regulation Rings in the New Year

2019 ushers in big changes for long-term care Here’s a recap of what’s to come: Last year, SpecialtyRx discussed a...

January 8, 2019

5 Headlines that Rocked LTC in 2018

The best long-term care strategy? Stay informed Here’s a look at five compelling news stories from 2018 As the year...

December 28, 2018

Feds Fight to Ease HIPAA Burden

Washington wants to know how HIPAA impacts LTC Relaxed regulation may be the key to improved care On December 12th,...

December 18, 2018

Top Trends for Aging Services in 2019

There’s still an entire month leﬅ in 2018 Let’s skip ahead with some New Year’s senior speculation At the end...

December 3, 2018

Resident Safety Tops Holiday Wish List for SNFs

CMS introduces safety initiative just in time for the holidays Learn how new tools will help improve residents’ quality of...

November 27, 2018

What Snow Means For SNFs

First signs of winter put the spotlight on emergency preparation Here’s the latest on CMS regulations for long-term care If...

November 20, 2018

Election Aﬅermath: An LTC Approach

The midterm madness is finally over See what’s in store for skilled nursing and healthcare at large Leading up to...

November 13, 2018

The 10 Most Expensive States For LTC

Like other products and services, consumers are tracking LTC costs See the latest 2018 stats—and how your state stacks up...

November 6, 2018

Serving ‘Younger’ Adults

Baby Boomers continue to revolutionize long-term care Here’s the lowdown on the newly dubbed ‘Life Plan Community’ LeadingAge, a respected...

October 30, 2018

Can you keep your CNAs?

LTC nurses need support in more ways than one Here’s a brief take on today’s training and salary concerns As...

October 23, 2018

Ending End-Of-Life MYTHS

Recent end-of-life stats bring compassion into question Should Medicare spending be limited in the final months of life? For years,...

October 16, 2018

Reviewing Your Opioid Delivery

SNF gets three-figure fine for failure to administer meds When it comes to pain management, where do you draw the...

October 8, 2018

Is Congress in our corner?

House representatives send a message to CMS: Stop red tape for Medicare providers United States House members Kevin Brady (R-Texas)...

September 17, 2018

How To Step Up Your Security

An Oklahoma skilled nursing facility lost $1k in a matter of minutes The amount seems small, but its impact is...

September 6, 2018

UPDATE: Telemedicine Case Study

The results are in: Telemedicine saves SNF in excess of $1.5 million Get all the details straight from SRX Back...

September 3, 2018

GOOD NEWS! Skilled Nursing Numbers Set to Soar

Occupancy rates should see a big boost in 2019 Read on to learn which facilities will benefit from the rebound...

September 3, 2018

New PDPM shows great promise

Experts say the new payment system signals the end of false claims Here’s how skilled nursing stands to benefit This...

September 3, 2018

Dare to Deinstitutionalize

Have you embraced the culture change movement? Learn the latest practices proven to improve long-term care outcomes For decades, facilities...

July 9, 2018

Minding Millennials: The future of LTC

In America, roughly 1 in 4 caregivers are aged 18 to 34 Here’s how millennials really feel about care overage Today’s...

July 2, 2018

SpecialtyRX is Expanding to Better Serve You!

Dear SpecialtyRx Partner, We are so excited to tell you about our latest acquisition, the all-new

June 26, 2018

‘Right to Try’ – Right or Wrong?

Capitol Hill continues to shake up details of consumer drug access Where does your facility stand on ‘Right to Try’?...

June 12, 2018

Our newest team members are here to serve.

SpecialtyRx is getting a quadruple dose of exceptional team members. Meet the following four superstars, here for the long term:...

May 22, 2018

Trump’s Quest to Lower Rx Costs

The president’s prescription drug proposals aim to ease financial burden Here are 3 ways Trump’s plans could change the face...

May 20, 2018

Have you heard? Higher pay for SNF

CMS officials announce a 2.4% pay hike for skilled nursing Here are all the details on the latest Medicare updates...

May 16, 2018

Statins: A cholesterol cure-all?

Fewer than 40% of adults get the cholesterol meds they need How does your facility approach statin administration? People with...

May 1, 2018

On This Week’s Menu: Memory Care Meals

Dementia has a direct impact on patient weight and nutrition Check out top industry trends for enhancing the dining experience...

April 27, 2018

Have you embraced the spirit of springtime renewal?

Make a fresh start with these simple approaches to LTC improvement The spring season inspires positive regeneration and rebirth in...

April 20, 2018

Cameras: the new SNF controversy?

In-room cameras are the latest legislative battle for LTCFs Where do you stand on the issue of patient privacy? The...

April 9, 2018

5 NEW concerns for LTC facilities

How fit is your facility in 2018? Healthcare directors recommend these 5 key areas of focus Any manager operating in...

March 29, 2018

Copayment costs out of control?

New research suggests copays are exceeding drug costs Who’s to blame: pharmacies or insurance companies? From Medicare and Medicaid to...

March 19, 2018

Get the new LTC Opioid Playbook

What’s your position on responsible pain management? Revisit your prescribing procedure with new resources for 2018 Leading long-term care providers...

March 14, 2018

Digital Health? Yes, it’s happening

Pharmaceutical giant Novartis joins forces with PEAR Therapeutics Will digital health soon make its mark on long-term care? Novartis is...

March 7, 2018

It’s an amazing era for heart health innovation

Review the latest revelations in cardiovascular care and treatment You can't beat a healthy heart How is your facility handling...

February 22, 2018

The greater LTC community agrees: Staying relevant requires key partnerships

The New York Academy of Medicine recently hosted the 28th Annual Conference on Aging, an informational symposium and vendor expo...

February 7, 2018

Long Term Care. The Next Generation

Intergenerational living is the new long-term care trend Has your facility embraced age diversity? Over the next year, healthcare experts...

January 10, 2018

With warm thanks from your trusted pharma family, here’s wishing you a happy, healthy 2018

It’s been an eventful year here at SpecialtyRx. Over the past 12 months, we’ve brought you the latest long-term care...

January 3, 2018

Is 1599 the New LTC Lucky Number?

Many Medicare providers are no longer subject to recovery auditing. So how does the new CMS sliding scale affect your...

December 19, 2017

Has regulatory compliance gone too far?

Legislators say standards are too high. Advocates claim more regulation is needed. On which side does your facility stand? Over...

December 14, 2017

New modes of behavioral management

We all follow strict protocolwhen prescribing psychotropics Now, it’s time to considerintervention alternatives The use of psychotropic drugs...

November 28, 2017

Influenza poses a deadly threat to the 65+ population.

Here’s how the latest Medicare changes helpus further embrace long-distance servicesTechnology has transformed the face of medicine as we know...

November 27, 2017

Influenza poses a deadly threat to the 65+ population

Here are the latest recommendations for reducing patient risk in your LTC or SN facility Each year, the Centers for Disease...

November 21, 2017

Another growing threat to US pharmacies

A string of recent robberies are making pharmacy news headlines What if you were the target of an attack?...

September 25, 2017

Skyrocketing costs for life-saving insulin

The type 2 diabetes crisis is an ongoing concern in America. How can we better serve patients when insulin prices...

September 18, 2017

What does it mean for the future of senior care?

The swearing in of President Donald J. Trump signals clear change for the healthcare industry. His move to repeal and...

May 15, 2017

New legislation will bring drugs to the market faster in 2017.

What does it mean for our patients? Big Pharma is celebrating a new year with the historic passing of the...

May 1, 2017

Proper nutrition. Regular exercise. Clean hygiene.

We do so much to keep our residents strong, but is it ever enough? It’s so important to give people...

April 25, 2017

How long does a patient have to live?

The answer means more than you know. Today’s top nursing homes integrate forms of palliative care as standard practice....

April 19, 2017

2016 was the year of Big Appetites

Throughout the 2015 and 2016 calendar years, controversial drug price increases dominated headlines. Big Pharma was slammed en masse...

March 27, 2017

Meet SpecialtyRx Now

HIPAA-Compliance and Convenience, All in One App In today's world of complex government regulations and very tight budgets, the healthcare...

March 27, 2017

Blizzard 2017: Snow What?

The city was frozen under a thick layer of blinding white ice. Winds wreaked havoc as the city hunkered down...

February 9, 2017

CareChords Seminar: Get 6 CEUs and Violin Accompaniment

Last call before LNHA CEU renewal! SpecialtyRx invites all nursing home administrators to an all-day CEU Seminar and event, CareChords....

December 29, 2016

What should complete care for neurodegenerative patients look like?

While the underlying pathology for every case of dementia is similar, personal circumstance causes an individuality within neurodegenerative disease progression...

November 1, 2016