A stay in the hospital does not always mean you are an inpatient and that you qualify for skilled nursing facility care ...

After an unexpected fall led to hip surgery, maybe your 85-year-old father thought he’d be back to his routine in no time. His doctor, however, says it’s not safe for him to discharge home. He’s still ...

Choosing the right nursing homes for a loved one is one of the most significant decisions we ever make. While nearly 6 ...

As we age, health challenges often become more frequent, and recovery can grow more complex. Whether following surgery, a hospital stay or the gradual progression of a chronic condition, there may ...

Amid Medicare Advantage’s rise, future policy shifts – including faster prior authorization requirements and Medicaid cuts – ...

If you or a loved one is starting to struggle with daily tasks or health care requirements, it may be time to move somewhere that caters to th aging population. Senior living communities can provide ...

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Change is in the air for ambulatory nursing. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) will ensure access to health insurance for as many as 40 million currently uninsured Americans, and these patients are ...

If your appeal isn't successful, your mother will be considered a private pay patient. While she will not have her benefits ...

Skilled nursing operating margins have recovered from the pandemic, with the 2024 US average reported profit being triple what it was in 2019.