We all know that surgery can be risky. Patients have the right of informed consent. That means, wherever possible, patients will be given all the information they need to make an informed choice about their care. That includes being told…
We all know that surgery can be risky. Patients have the right of informed consent. That means, wherever possible, patients will be given all the information they need to make an informed choice about their care. That includes being told…
The complex and often non-transparent structure of nursing homes can make it difficult after an incident of abuse or neglect to know which entities to hold responsible. As The New York Times reported in-depth on the issue in 2007, these…
The Obama administration has proposed modernizing federal safety rules that nursing homes must abide by in order to receive Medicaid and Medicare payments. Sylvia Burwell, the Secretary of Health and Human Services, said that the proposed changes set high standards…
Family members often look for assistance when trying to care for their loved ones at home. Hiring a caregiver is a practical option. However, a recent court case emphasizes the need for caution when Medicaid applicants hire caregivers. In the…