February 16, 2018
On Feb. 9, 2018, after some delays and political wrangling, the Senate approved the two year budget deal that had been agreed upon by Senate Leadership. The Bill was immediately returned to the House that had previously passed their version Wednesday, Feb. 7. The House then passed the Bill, and it was signed Feb. 9 by the President. The measure increases discretionary spending caps imposed for FY 2018 and FY 2019, extends continuing appropriations funding the federal government until March 23, 2018, suspends the public debt limit until March 1, 2019, and includes other funding and policy provisions.
January 2, 2018
At the end of 2017, we had hoped that there would be a vehicle for Congress to address the issue of the expiring Therapy Caps exceptions process. But following the flurry of legislative activity the last couple weeks in December, Congress adjourned for 2017 and did not enact legislation to address what is often referred to as Medicare “extender payment policies.” These policies expired on Dec. 31, 2017 and include the Part B therapy cap exception process. This means that effective Jan. 1, 2018, Medicare Part B providers are operating under prior therapy caps without any exceptions based on patient need. We believe that it is highly likely Congress will fix this issue when they return this month and our hope is that they will fix it by the time they must address the current Continuing Resolution (extending government funding) that expires on Jan. 19.
January 1, 2018
As we wrap up the holiday season it is time to reflect upon and enjoy the positive benefits of relaxing in a group. Practicing relaxation techniques/activities has many benefits, i.e., slowing heart rate, lowering blood pressure, improving digestion, maintaining normal blood sugar levels and even reducing muscle tension and chronic pain.
January 1, 2018
As we wrap up the holiday season it is time to reflect upon and enjoy the positive benefits of relaxing in a group. Practicing relaxation techniques/activities has many benefits, i.e., slowing heart rate, lowering blood pressure, improving digestion, maintaining normal blood sugar levels and even reducing muscle tension and chronic pain.
December 5, 2017
Sense of purpose and one’s personal definition of spirituality may change throughout a lifetime, adapting to the experiences and relationships acquired along the way. There’s plenty of research showing that people who participate in their local church, synagogue, mosque or other preferred spiritual community are happier. However, what if you are not religious?