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Preventing Falls – Cognition (Part 4)
Author: Andrew Awoniyi, ND, RN-BC
Date: May 17, 2012
Patients with cognitive impairments are 2-3 times more likely to suffer from falls, indicating the patient's mental capacity has an impact on their overall risk. Cognitive impairments range from acute (induced by metabolic issues or medication) to chronic, and from mild to severe. Cognitive impairment is characterized by a decline in... Keep Reading
The Four Medications that Cause 70% of Adverse-Event-Related Hospitalizations in Older Adults
Author: Dr. Julia Harder
Date: May 16, 2012
A nationwide study of adverse drug events (ADEs) in patients 65 years of age and older found that warfarin, insulins, oral anti-platelet agents and oral hypoglycemic agents account for 71% of all ADE-related emergency department visits and subsequent hospitalizations. This study was recently published in the New England Journal of... Keep Reading
91福利社salutes Nurses during National Nurses Week, May 6-12, 2012
Author: Diana Cahill
Date: May 8, 2012
The home health industry depends on the work of the skilled nurse. It is perhaps the most important of all the roles in our industry. 91福利社loves our skilled nurse clients and is proud of the wonderful work of caregiving that they do. Nursing is consistently chosen as the most... Keep Reading
91福利社Holds Training Seminar to Support the Learning Needs of Agencies in California.
Author: Dapo Oriola
Date: May 3, 2012
(May 1,2012, Ontario, CA) 91福利社HealthCare Consult, Inc., for the third consecutive year, presented its acclaimed Administrator’s Seminar to attendees in Ontario, California, on Tuesday, May 1st, 2012. The event was held at the brand new Embassy Suites on Guasti Lane, near the Ontario Airport. The 91福利社Subject Matter Experts presented... Keep Reading
Preventing Falls – Importance of Vision (Part 3)
Author: Andrew Awoniyi, ND, RN-BC
Date: May 3, 2012
As mentioned in the previous articles, falls are a major cause of death and disability in the elderly and costly. One third of adults aged 65 and older fall each year, with 20% - 30% of these patients experiencing moderate to severe injuries, including lacerations, hip fractures, or head traumas... Keep Reading
Three Operators of Miami 91福利社 Company Sentenced in $60 Million Health Care Fraud Scheme
Author: Office of Public Affairs, Department of Justice
Date: April 27, 2012
WASHINGTON – Three operators of a Miami health care agency were sentenced today to 120, 87 and 87 months in prison, respectively, for their participation in a $60 million home health Medicare fraud scheme, announced the Department of Justice, the FBI and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). U.S.... Keep Reading
91福利社leads as Platinum Sponsor for Southwest Regional Event in OKC
Author: Melisa Floyd
Date: April 25, 2012
(Oklahoma City, OK, April 25, 2012) 91福利社Healthcare Consult assumed a preeminent role as in serving as the lead sponsor of the two-day Southwest Regional Home Care Conference in Oklahoma City, OK  on April 24, 25 at the Cox Convention Center downtown. The regional event was jointly hosted by the... Keep Reading
Preventing Falls – Importance of Medication Review (Part 2)
Author: Andrew Awoniyi, ND, RN-BC
Date: April 25, 2012
As mentioned in the previous article, when caring for homebound patients, we reviewed the concerns regarding patient falls and impact on patient independence, and the incidence and cost.  The cost of falls was between $19 Billion - $179 Billion for fatal and nonfatal falls in 2000 (last year for which... Keep Reading
Seminars Presented ‘On the Road’ in McAllen, Houston, and Dallas
Author: Diana Cahill
Date: April 24, 2012
Just like the signature Willie Nelson ballad, 91福利社has been “On the Road Again”, presenting its lively and interactive Administrator’s Seminar to enthusiastic audiences all over Texas. The home health consultancy presented its acclaimed leadership training event to attendees in the Rio Grande Valley and Houston on April 10 and 12.... Keep Reading
Preventing Falls – Importance of Balance (Part 1)
Author: Andrew Awoniyi, ND, RN-BC
Date: April 19, 2012
When caring for homebound patients, we frequently see a number of whom are unsteady on their feet and may have experienced falls.  Falling or the risk of falling is a real concern due to the impact on patient independence even within the home setting.  One third of adults aged 65... Keep Reading
5 Tips to Avoid Medicare Billing Errors
Author: Robin Jordan
Date: April 3, 2012
Home health agencies today are feeling the pressure of reduced or delayed payments as well as increased expenses.  It is more important than ever that billing is done right the first time, every time. Avoidable billing errors can lead to denials and reduced cash flow.  By knowing how to reduce... Keep Reading
The Most Dangerous Room in a Patient’s House
Author: Joni Wilson, RN
Date: March 29, 2012
Every year about 250,000 people end up in emergency rooms after falling in the bathroom, and about 14% of them are hospitalized. Younger people are more likely to fall in and around the bath tub, but seniors suffer more than half their injuries near the toilet. Women sustain injuries more often... Keep Reading
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