Over 25% of seniors are considered frail or pre-fail. Frailty is NOT just ‘getting old’. It's a diagnosable condition with signs: unintentional weight loss, weakness, slow walking, low activity. Frail seniors are 5 times more likely to become disabled. The good news is that frailty is manageable and often reversible with proper interventions.

When dementia is no longer manageable, is it time for a care manager to step in? Hear tips from two dementia specialists on how to make necessary changes for your loved ones suffering from dementia.

Medicare Advantage market is still growing, though slower, but has some legal and PR challenges they are currently facing. Reports of upcoding to increase revenue from Medicare, significant increase in denial rates, and some new congressional investigations and legislation are causing the public to reconsider these plans. In today’s show, we’re discussing some plan details, the trade-offs with these plans, and some specific case studies from a healthcare provider’s perspective.

Peter Abraham, BSN, RN, Author of over 50 books discusses the difference between hospice and a death doula, as well as how to become a death doula.

Medicare is introducing the GUIDE program to assist loved ones and patients affected by dementia and alzheimer's. Arcy Healthcare of Flowermound, TX is one of the selected companies rolling out this program starting July 1st.

Heavy sedation and immobilization is an antiquated approach for those critical patients in the ICU. We know how bad immobilization is in hospitals, it’s even worse in ICUs where the stakes are higher. Today we are joined by Kali Dayton, who teaches around the country how changing our approach to patients in the ICU can lead to profoundly better outcomes for patients.

In the U.S. alone, approximately 800,000 people suffer from a stroke each year. There are 300,000 Americans living with a spinal cord injury. Traditional treatments, including physical therapy may provide limited success in some cases. Incorporating the Neuro20 PRO System can be a highly effective way to improve your overall movement potential. Whether you are suffering with a neuromuscular condition, having difficulty following a surgery, or are recovering from an injury, the advanced technology of the Neuro20 PRO System will help you achieve your goals.

Meet Dr. Hari Raja, an internal medicine physician practicing 30+ years, and hear about his concierge house call practice. It is no longer difficult to see the doctor when he can come to you. Labs, X-rays, and EKGs are just a few of the services that can be brought to you at home.