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Hospice and Home Health Staffing: Attracting and Retaining Quality Employees
November 15, 2018Staffing issues are a top concern for home health and hospice agencies. Attracting and retaining qualified, quality staff is an ongoing challenge in an increasingly competitive workforce environment.
The Importance of Socialization for Seniors
November 1, 2018The benefits of socialization have been well documented, but the risk of social isolation is much higher in seniors and can lead to negative outcomes.
Providing the full picture of patient health
October 15, 2018EHR solutions have evolved steadily over the years, creating efficiencies for providers and making care safer for patients.
Aging in Place: The movement to provide care in the home
August 16, 2018Aging in place is a scenario in which a person lives in the residence of his or her choice with access to needed health services for as long as possible.
Provider payments held due to untimely cost reports
August 2, 2018Many providers are facing payment holds due to untimely cost report submissions.
What home health agencies need to know about OASIS-D changes
July 19, 2018Home health agencies must plan for OASIS-D changes in advance, or risk financial penalty.
Why caring for caregivers is important
July 5, 2018Caregivers should take steps to make time for self care and they should not be afraid to ask for help when they need it.
Hospice: Tracking family and caregiver goals
June 21, 2018A comprehensive approach to hospice care makes it a priority to help patients achieve practical tasks and goals during end of life.
Why Medicare hospice benefits are underutilized
June 7, 2018Many individuals entitled to hospice services through Medicare to do not utilize these vital services.
M&A activity, trust and the hospice market
May 21, 2018Change is in the air – is your agency ready?