Hal Perry warns that physician coverage at five long-term care homes is scheduled to end after Nov. 30, asserts such coverage is required for homes to operate, and warns hundreds of seniors may be forced into emergency rooms or unable to stay unless a solution is found.

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McLane acknowledges a doctor shortage but insists the government will continue to provide physician coverage for long-term care homes, has a plan (coverage until Nov. 30 and confirmed coverage beyond), will not discharge residents, and will compensate doctors.

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