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| November 15, 2002 | Silverman, Jennifer | COPYRIGHT 2002 International Medical News Group. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

Aging patients don't necessarily have to live in nursing homes anymore to receive care from physicians, nurses, and other caregivers. New modifications to the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) program will make it easier for participating organizations to initiate programs that allow frail elderly to live in their communities and receive comprehensive care. "The ...

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