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Adult, PACE, Palliative Centers Unveiled Amid Hospice Closures

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Empath’s New Adult Day Center Empath LIFE has opened a new adult day center in Tampa, Florida, which will also provide caregiver education and respite services, among others. The LIFE program is a member of Florida-based nonprofit post-acute care provider Empath Health. The hospice’s W. of its population, according to the U.S.

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Canyon Home Care & Hospice Acquires Uintah Basin

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“We are honored to have provided care to our home health and hospice patients and their loved ones. We wish them the best, and are hopeful that we can accommodate a smooth transition to ensure continued quality, compassionate care.”. It also offers pharmacy and durable medical equipment services.

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US Justice Department’s Spotlight on Hospice Sends ‘Powerful Message’ to Fraudulent Operators

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“In recent years, data has shown an increase in costs to the Medicare program resulting from claims for hospice care.” The state of hospice fraud Fraudulent or inaccurate Medicare claims cost the federal government an estimated $60 billion annually, according to a 2018 CNBC report.

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Blue Monarch CEO: Hospice Startup Seeks to Raise Bar on Quality

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As a nurse practitioner, what led you to begin a hospice program? I became a registered nurse in 2012 and received my nurse practitioner degree in 2017. I practiced in men’s and women’s health before deciding to start Blue Monarch Hospice. The health care system is strained. We can close that gap.

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New CMOs for Hospice of the Chesapeake, Care Synergy; HopeWest Taps New VP

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“I am excited to join the executive team at Hospice of the Chesapeake and support future growth of the organization as well as continue to ensure the delivery of the highest-quality supportive and hospice care to the community,” Fetzer said. Jarecki announced his retirement last year.

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Stoneridge Hospice Owner Rollie Seebert: Hospices Help Address the ‘Demographic Tsunami’

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Arizona-based Stoneridge Hospice launched services in 2020 with an aim to address a swelling aging population’s growing need for end-of-life care. My wife was a nurse in emergency medicine for several years, and my niece was a long-time hospice nurse. I worked in Phoenix at the sheriff’s office from 1976 to 2012.

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Advocates Rally in DC for the Future of Hospice: NHPCO and HAN Amplify Provider Voices on Capitol Hill

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1330 “Gerald’s Law Act;” a bill which was advocated for during Hospice Action Week. 2024 Courageous Conversations Award – this recognition is presented, when merited, to a standout individual who has inspired and educated the public on the value of hospice.

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