There is such a thing as serendipity — that unpredictable and uncontrollable turn of events that just happens to work in your favor. Home healthcare got a little serendipity this week.
These medications should work, right? Well, it’s personal
By
Michael Awadalla
Sep 19, 2023
Personalized medicine identifies how individual patients might react to certain medications based on their unique genetic makeup and drug routine. This approach guides pharmacists and prescribers in optimizing...
Senate hearing to shine light on stakes of final home health rule
By
Liza Berger
Sep 15, 2023
It’s shaping up to be a tense fall for home health providers. A final home health that seems to be the most threatening in years for the industry is on the near horizon. It could contain Medicare cuts...
Recovering at home may not be an option if cuts to Medicare funding persist
By
David Totaro
Sep 12, 2023
Without adequate funding, home health companies like BAYADA can’t compete for the workforce.
This week’s winners and losers in home care
By
Liza Berger
Sep 08, 2023
Between a new demonstration project, two damning studies, a lawsuit and a proposed rule, it has been a week of highs and lows for the home care field. To make sense of all the news that unfolded over just...
State licensing for home care: What is it and why does it matter?
By
Lance A. Slatton
Sep 05, 2023
In this article, we delve into the intricacies of state licensing for home care, exploring the disparities between licensed and nonlicensed providers to empower your informed decision-making.
Home health providers have spoken
By
Liza Berger
Sep 01, 2023
If home health providers have the collective power to change the mind (or will) of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, they put forth their best efforts this week.
Numbers of Medicaid terminations of older, disabled growing by the week
By
Liza Berger
Aug 25, 2023
I don’t envy state Medicaid workers at the moment. They are in the midst of what one expert has called one of the greatest challenges to the program in its history.
5 benefits of building a talent pipeline
By
Julie Rupenski
Aug 22, 2023
The long-term care industry remains a fiercely competitive environment. Attracting and retaining top talent is so crucial that many organizations are recognizing the need to stay ahead of the curve by...
President Carter helps image of hospice benefit
By
Liza Berger
Aug 18, 2023
Even at the end of life, President Carter is being of service — and he is doing it by simply living.