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Boosting Compliance Through Hospice Physician Engagement

Hospice News

Lauren Templeton, physician consultant for Weatherbee Resources said at the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organizations (NHPCO) Annual Leadership Conference. NHPCO has since merged with the National Association for Home Care and Hospice to form the National Alliance for Care at Home.

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St. Croix’s New Minnesota Location Supports Staff Amid Growth

Hospice News

The new office will aid in operational efficiency by providing a space for clinical teams to gather supplies and complete patient documentation, as well as areas for interdisciplinary team meetings. The hospice also provides caregiver support through its Voyage Vigil Program. The post St.

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6 Ways EHR systems impact home care agencies 

AlayaCare

Tech advancements continue to revolutionize how client data is stored, accessed, and utilized in the home care industry. In this blog, we explore how EHR systems can empower home care agencies, unleashing a wave of operational efficiency and enhancing the quality of care provided to clients in the comfort of their homes.

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3 Reasons Continuous Home Care Utilization is Falling

Hospice News

Utilization continuous home care has dropped precipitously during the past decade, with labor pressures, regulatory scrutiny and billing challenges as contributing factors. Continuous home care (CHC) represented 0.9% Claims and documentation for these services are frequently flagged for audits or medical reviews.

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4 ways to improve home care inefficiencies with technology

AlayaCare

When you look at what’s happening in the back office of the typical home care or home health agency today, you have a lot of activities that don’t involve either of those two things. These mundane activities not only slow down operations but also take away from the quality of care being provided to clients.

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Overcoming labor cost challenges in home care through automation

AlayaCare

The home care industry in the United States plays a crucial role in supporting individuals who require assistance with daily activities while remaining in the comfort of their own homes. However, home care faces its fair share of challenges like any industry. 3 Common challenges of labor costs in home care: 1.

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3 Key Hospice Technology Trends

Hospice News

The report surveyed thousands of home health, hospice, palliative and home care professionals nationwide about their technology investments in 2025. The hospices Voyage Vigil Program is one example of how the provider leverages technology to help identify the most vulnerable patients in need of more intense care.

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