NIC Notes

Insights in Seniors Housing & Care

Senior Housing  |  Skilled Nursing  |  Workforce

Quality Measures Can Unlock Value

By: NIC  |  March 10, 2017

Today’s consumers have high expectations. They demand quality products and services delivered in a timely, cost-effective, and convenient fashion. That’s why evidence-based quality measures have become so crucial, especially in the seniors housing and care industry. Consumers want a way to judge whether they can expect to receive high-quality care in a comfortable setting. Likewise, hospitals, physician groups, payors, and even lenders want proof that the care being provided creates better outcomes at a lower cost.

Regulatory Environment  |  Senior Housing  |  Skilled Nursing

Do You Know Enough about Managed Care? The future of your business may depend on it

By: NIC  |  March 03, 2017

About one-third of Medicare beneficiaries are enrolled in managed care today, and nearly half of all seniors are expected to be enrolled within the next 10 years. With that sobering statistic in mind, senior care operators need to understand the opportunities presented by the rapid expansion of managed care and the challenges that lie ahead.

Economic Trends  |  Senior Housing  |  Skilled Nursing

Innovating Senior Care: Collaborating Across Care Silos to Create Value

By: NIC  |  February 24, 2017

It may be counterintuitive, but collaboration with enterprises outside the real estate sector such as chronic and transitional care management, homecare, and care management technology services could be the key to unlock added value for seniors housing and care organizations. New care delivery models for frail seniors are emerging that integrate health and supportive services which could improve health care outcomes while reducing costs, presenting a great opportunity for providers, operators, and investors – and the seniors they serve. This emerging trend was discussed during a Feb. 22 webinar, hosted by NIC’s Bob Kramer. He was joined by consultant Anne Tumlinson, who presented the findings of her recent research on collaboration opportunities that create value.

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