Medicare Enrollment Freeze to Combat Health Program Fraud
Learn about the new Medicare enrollment freeze aimed at preventing fraud in healthcare services, vital for maintaining resources for genuine patients.
Temporary Halt on Medicare Enrollments to Combat Fraud
The Trump administration pauses Medicare enrollments for home health and hospice providers to address extensive fraud concerns and enhance regulatory compliance measures.
Oregon's Housecall Providers Affiliates with Chapters Health System
Learn how Oregon's Housecall Providers affiliates with Chapters Health System to enhance hospice and home care services, bolstering patient access and operational growth.
Kinderhook Industries Acquires Enhabit Inc: A New Era in Home Health Care
Kinderhook Industries acquires Enhabit Inc., transforming home health care with advanced technology and strategic growth in value-based services.
2025 Home-Based Care Sector Faces Uncertainty Amid Policy and Market Shifts
Explore key 2025 developments in U.S. home-based care including CMS payment cuts, Medicaid budget impacts, UnitedHealth's Amedisys acquisition, and industry workforce changes shaping provider strategies.
CMS Final Rule on Home Health Payments for 2026 Reflects Industry Advocacy
CMS's CY 2026 Home Health Prospective Payment System Final Rule incorporates industry advocacy, easing payment cuts but challenges remain amid rising costs and evolving Medicare Advantage models.
CMS Launches Mandatory TEAM Bundled Model in 2026: Implications for Home Health Providers
CMS's mandatory TEAM model starts in 2026, bundling payments for select procedures and increasing home health utilization. Key insights on risks, preparation, and hospital partnerships for providers.
CMS Final Home Health Medicare Rule Cuts Payments by 1.3%, Revises Methodology
CMS's finalized Medicare payment rule for home health agencies reduces payments by 1.3% and revises payment methodology following industry feedback, signaling modest future increases but immediate financial challenges.
Home Health Providers Navigate Challenges in Shifting to Value-Based Reimbursement
Home health providers face challenges shifting from fee-for-service to value-based care due to payer demands and regulatory pressures. Innovative payment models and care delivery adaptations are key to success.
CMS Ends Kidney Care Payment Model, Updates Home Health and Chronic Care Initiatives
CMS will end the kidney care payment model early and adjust Medicare home health reimbursements in 2026. A new 10-year program supports tech adoption for chronic disease management.