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Data Paramount in Hospice-Payer, Referral Partner Negotiations

Hospice News

As hospice and palliative care providers move further into value-based care, data is becoming paramount to building payer and referral partner relationships. In this climate, hospices that can demonstrate their value — and their ability to financially and operationally weather changes in an evolving reimbursement landscape — will have a leg up on competitors.

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The best career advice she had ever received, and then she gave it to us

Life & Death Matters

Written by Courtney Murrell This June marks 16 years since I finished the PSW College certificate program, and I can still picture the night that the RN instructor shared with us, what has been the most important career advice I have ever received. It was nearing 21:00, we were a classroom of exhausted women that […] The post The best career advice she had ever received, and then she gave it to us appeared first on Life and Death Matters.

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Hospice and the Care Continuum: Achieving Age-Friendly Care

Hospice News

When Jennifer Hale thinks of age-friendly care in hospice, her mind goes first to what might seem an unusual place: man’s best friend. As the VP of Clinical Quality and Standards of hospice provider Compassus, Hale views age-friendly care as an approach to care that is “focused specifically on the needs of people as they age in their home setting,” she says.

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Human Understanding Metric: Enhancing patient-centered care in skilled nursing facilities

Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder

I took my seat for a daylong meeting on Tuesday this week, a little tired, up since 4:30 a.m. But with coffee in hand, I was ready to learn. I was surrounded by a variety of interdisciplinary team members in a beautiful community outside of Nashville, Tennessee. At my table, three community administrators, all chatting about their mornings and taking last-minute calls from sites before the day begins.

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3 Reasons to Retire Pagers from Healthcare Settings

Let's discuss the trusty pager—an old favorite that’s losing its shine in hospitals and clinics. While once a staple in hospitals and clinics, pagers now present significant limitations that hinder rather than facilitate communication among healthcare professionals. Healthcare professionals are constantly on the move, and they need communication tools that can keep up with their fast-paced lives.

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New CEOs Tapped at Adory, Montgomery, Prince George Hospices

Hospice News

Adoray Home Health & Hospice Announces Interim CEO Wisconsin-based Adoray Home Health & Hospice has named Mary Aaby as its new interim CEO. She will step into the role this June. Aaby succeeds Amanda Gustafson, who has held the position for nearly seven years. Aaby previously served as CFO from 1998 to 2017 at the hospice, home health and palliative care organization.

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When Healthcare Leadership Misses the Mark

Daily Nurse

There’s a saying that people don’t leave companies; they leave bosses, and I believe that this is also often true for nurses and other healthcare workers. But it’s not only because of direct managers or supervisors that we leave jobs—it’s also due to a lack of good leadership from upper management and those in the C-suite. Leadership matters , and when it misses the mark, everyone suffers.

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Exploring Alternative Therapies for Senior Wellness: From Acupuncture to Yoga

Seasons Hospice

As people age, maintaining health and wellness becomes increasingly important. Traditional medical treatments are essential, but many seniors are also exploring alternative therapies to enhance their quality of life. From acupuncture to yoga, these therapies offer holistic approaches to health, addressing physical, emotional, and mental well-being. In this blog post, we will explore several popular alternative therapies and their potential benefits for senior wellness.

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2024 Emerging Leader Laura Dingfield, MD MSeD FAAHPM

AAHPM (American Academy of Hospice and Palliative)

Laura Dingfield, MD MSEd FAAHPM Campbell University School of Osteopathic Medicine AAHPM reached out to the 2024 Emerging Leaders to gain insight into what motivated them to pursue leadership positions and what they find more fulfilling in their experiences. Laura Dingfield, MD MSEd FAAHPM has been recognized as one of the exceptional individuals chosen as a 2024 AAHPM Emerging Leader in Hospice and Palliative Care.

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Nursing Tip of the Day! - Fundamentals

Nurse Nacole

Category: Fundamentals General anesthesia is a drug-induced loss of consciousness during which patients cannot be aroused, even by painful stimulation. Patients frequently need assistance in maintaining a patent airway and positive pressure ventilation may be required.

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2024 Emerging Leader Niharika Ganta, MD FAAHPM

AAHPM (American Academy of Hospice and Palliative)

Niharika Ganta, MD FAAHPM Weill Cornell Medicine AAHPM reached out to the 2024 Emerging Leaders to gain insight into what motivated them to pursue leadership positions and what they find more fulfilling in their experiences. Niharika Ganta, MD FAAHPM has been recognized as one of the exceptional individuals chosen as a 2024 AAHPM Emerging Leader in Hospice and Palliative Care.

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Real-Life Examples of HIPAA Violations and How to Avoid Them

Speaker: Jack Clough, Chief Growth Officer

Download our 30-minute webinar where we delve into real-life examples of HIPAA violations and preventative measures every organization should know! You will learn: The critical factors that lead to HIPAA violations and how to identify them. Three compelling real-life cases of organizations that faced severe HIPAA penalties. Proven strategies to safeguard YOUR organization against HIPAA violations.