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Payers to CMMI: We Need a Standardized Definition for Palliative Care

Hospice News

A group of health plans, policymakers, and insurance companies recently told the Center for Medicare & Medicare Innovation (CMMI) that they needed a standardized definition for palliative care in order to improve access. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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Lifematters Selects AlayaCare as a Home Care Software Partner

AlayaCare

Home care is seeing greater participation in Medicare Advantage Plans and Transitional Care programs for healthcare systems and skilled nursing facilities, which are also important programs for Lifematters. Lifematters associates also assist clients with bathing and grooming, personal safety and security services, transportation and errands.

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Hospice and Breast Cancer

Traditions Health

Medicare, Medicaid, and most insurance plans cover hospice care, but you should check with your insurance provider to make sure. Social workers can address financial issues and access additional support services. To get hospice care, you must stop breast cancer treatment. You will also need a referral from your doctor.

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Home Health Care vs. Home Care: What’s the Difference

Traditions Health

If you’re eligible, Medicare, Veteran Affairs, or private insurance covers home health care services. Cost savings Home health care is more affordable than staying at a hospital or long-term care facility. It reduces health care expenses while maintaining high-quality care.

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The Bird’s-eye View of a Hospice Volunteer Coordinator

Traditions Health

While it’s true The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) require volunteers to perform 5% of direct patient care hours per month for hospice agencies, she insists their contributions go far beyond simply meeting that goal. During that time, she’s come to understand what patients need, and how volunteers can add value.

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Caregiving Best Practices: Hire In-Home Help

Hope Hospice

Home health care is specialized medical care that is ordered by a physician and is administered by trained healthcare professionals such as nurses, physician assistants, physical therapists, occupational therapists, medical social workers, dietitians, etc. Home health care is covered by Medicare and most insurances.

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Caregiver Mistakes: Not Hiring In-Home Help

Hope Hospice

Home health care is specialized medical care that is ordered by a physician and is administered by trained healthcare professionals such as nurses, physician assistants, physical therapists, occupational therapists, medical social workers, dietitians, etc. Home health care is covered by Medicare and most insurances.