Yearly Archives: 2012

A New York federal court has ruled against reducing care for Medicaid beneficiaries receiving services at home, following a suit filed in January 2011 by the U.S. attorney’s office in Manhattan that accused the city of vastly overbilling Medicaid for … Continue reading →

Using home health care services in appropriate circumstances can be highly effective in improving care while reducing costs, according to a recent study by the American Action Forum that examined a home-based care program offered by the Veterans Administration.  The VA Home … Continue reading →

Medicare reimbursements to home health agencies will essentially remain flat in calendar year 2013, according to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).  Payments to home health agencies are estimated to decrease by approximately 0.01%, or $10 million, in … Continue reading →

What is irritability? Irritability is a behavior or response to people or circumstances that cause annoyance or frustration. While it can be a normal temporary symptom of stress or anxiety, severe or persistent irritability may be an indication of an underlying disorder. … Continue reading →

Computer Vision Syndrome describes a group of eye and vision-related problems that result from prolonged computer use. Many individuals experience eye discomfort and vision problems when viewing a computer screen for extended periods. The level of discomfort appears to increase with … Continue reading →