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CMS, in its efforts to catch fraudulent providers casts a wide audit net that often ensnares hospices who aim to operate ethically and prioritize patientcare,” Harrison said. For the providers, the audit process is cumbersome, adding significant costs, time, and burdens that ultimately take time away from patientcare.”
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. “We have a comprehensive transition plan in place and are confident that the board’s diverse background and experience will help guide us into the future as we work to expand what’s possible for patientcare at home.” Of these, five were former Encompass Health board members.
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