Hospice News

JULY 3, 2023

Sens. Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.) and Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) recently re-introduced legislation designed to expand the palliative care workforce. The two lawmakers, along with others, also brought forth a second bill designed to ensure that hospice patients who need blood transfusions can receive them. The bipartisan-supported Provider Training in Palliative Care Act aims to increase the number of clinicians trained in palliative care as long-standing labor shortages continue to hinder access.

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Life & Death Matters

JULY 3, 2023

As summer approaches and travel resumes, it is not uncommon for family members with loved ones in long-term care to ask this question as they try to decide whether or not to take a vacation…whether that is going on a long-planned family holiday for a few weeks, spending a couple of nights away in a […] The post “Do I Stay or do I Go?” appeared first on Life and Death Matters.

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HopeHealth

JULY 6, 2023

For people living with Alzheimer’s or another dementia, palliative care means extra support for quality of life — theirs, and their family’s. The post What palliative care means for Alzheimer’s and dementia appeared first on HopeHealth.

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JULY 6, 2023

Summary Transcript Summary You may have heard of Area Agencies on Aging, but do you really know what they do or how they do it? What about State Departments of Aging or state master plans for aging? Do you know how these agencies fit in with programs like Meals-on-Wheels or other nutritional support programs? Is your brain hurting yet with all these questions?

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Hospice News

JULY 3, 2023

Some hospice owners have been selling their businesses soon after securing a license. This has prompted federal agencies to pursue new regulations to address the problem. The practice appears to stem from a rash of newly licensed hospices that have emerged in California, Nevada, Texas and Arizona. Some of these providers have secured licenses, as well as Medicare certification and, sometimes, accreditation.

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AlayaCare

JULY 3, 2023

When it comes to home care agencies, it’s crucial to have reliable and secure communication to deliver top-notch care and keep clients’ information private. As the importance of HIPAA compliance continues to grow, it’s essential to choose the best secure communication technology. Here’s a simple guide for home care agencies to pick the right tools and technologies that guarantee secure communication while meeting the strict regulations of the Health Insurance Portabilit

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Daily Nurse

JULY 6, 2023

According to the Centers for Disease Control, one out of every four American adults lives with a disability (approximately 61 million), and since there are four million nurses in the U.S., a large percentage of nurses are also likely living with disabilities. Beyond our borders, the World Health Organization estimates that 16 percent of the global population is disabled, perhaps as many as 1.3 billion people.

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Hospice News

JULY 7, 2023

Palliative care providers face an uphill battle when it comes to communicating and defining the scope of their interdisciplinary services not only to seriously ill patients, but also referring clinicians across the continuum. Misconceptions abound in and around the spheres of serious and terminal illness care. The public and health care providers alike often conflate palliative care with hospice, according to Robin Stawasz, program development executive, Acclivity Health.

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AlayaCare

JULY 5, 2023

Machine learning is quickly becoming an integral part of home care. With automation solutions like artificial intelligence (AI) and robotic process automation (RPA). Machine learning in home care involves the use of algorithms and statistical models to improve the quality of care and the efficiency of care delivery. It can help automate and optimize various tasks, such as predicting patient needs, managing schedules, and analyzing patient data. 3 key benefits of machine learning in home care:

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Minority Nurse

JULY 5, 2023

Aneesah Coates, BSN, RN, is an experienced psychiatric mental health nurse with nearly ten years of experience in acute care, long-term care, and home health care. She is the owner of aneesahcoates.com and is passionate about helping nurses, current and aspiring, learn more about the profession. Coates works at a mental health crisis center as a senior professional evaluation nurse, preceptor to new nurses, Nursing Journal Club facilitator, and nursing department trainer for new staff.

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Daily Nurse

JULY 7, 2023

According to a new study , people giving birth report more positive experiences when cared for by midwives in both hospitals and community settings than physicians. Additionally, those receiving midwifery care at home or birth centers reported better experiences than those in hospital settings. Physicians attend the majority of U.S. births (88%), while midwives attend 12% of births.

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Hospice News

JULY 7, 2023

Hospices need to have solid documentation to demonstrate a patient’s need for general inpatient care (GIP) as regulatory oversight zeroes in on those services. GIP can involve longer stays and higher costs. For these reasons, the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) Office of the Inspector General (OIG) is launching a new audit that will focus on GIP.

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Comfort Home Care

JULY 7, 2023

As our loved ones age, many of us become caregivers, and it can be challenging to balance the care they need with all our other responsibilities. It is common for family members to consider getting additional help whether full-time or part-time. Two options are in-home care and an assisted living facility. Though each option has its merits, the right decision depends on the unique needs of your senior and your family.

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Today's Caregiver

JULY 4, 2023

I am inclined to talk about something that many who are not family caregivers do not understand—caregiver humor. This refers to those situations which arise out of your caregiving that you cannot help but chuckle about.

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Daily Nurse

JULY 5, 2023

Rhonda Trotter dreamed of becoming a nurse after high school, but her mother told her there were too many nurses, so she decided to go into computer science, taking a job at the United States Postal Service. She eventually went back to school to get her nursing degree, but then both of her parents were diagnosed with cancer weeks apart, and Trotter stepped back again to take care of them.

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Hospice News

JULY 7, 2023

Stealth startup The Wound Company has launched operations after securing $4.25 million in seed funds from Susa Ventures and Sozo Ventures. The new company’s eyes are now fixed on expansion and hiring talent. Among its goals is to build partnerships with health plans as well as other health care providers, including home health and hospice organizations.

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Elaine Mansfield

JULY 4, 2023

He stands on a wood fence near my back porch, fluffing his feathers and waving his head side to side. He struts back and forth keeping an eye on his Lady Love who watches his every move. Soon he goes for the big persuasion. He stands close, puffed and fluffed, and bows under her head to offer food like a supplicant. She takes the offering. “Yes.” Within a few seconds he jumps on her back.

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Nurse.com

JULY 6, 2023

Motivational interviewing (MI) as an emotionally intelligent, evidence-based approach to behavioral change gives patients more agency over their recovery. This is accomplished through open-minded conversations with healthcare professionals. What is motivational interviewing? Motivational interviewing was initially developed and put into practice by William R.

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JULY 4, 2023

POCN, the largest network of Physician Associates (PAs) and Nurse Practitioners (NPs), is honoring 2023 pioneers in healthcare through America’s Top Awards to recognize exceptional leadership through improved patient outcomes and peer community support, advancement, and education. Nominations for the seventh annual awards, America’s Top PA (ATPA) and America’s Top NP (ATNP) , are now open.

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Hospice News

JULY 6, 2023

Barriers to expanding pediatric inpatient hospice care include a lack of specialized facilities as well as staff who are sufficiently trained to provide those services. Children are an underserved population in the hospice realm, particularly when it comes to inpatient care. Seriously ill children and their families often do not have access to inpatient services, mainly because these facilities simply don’t exist within their communities.

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Diversity Nursing

JULY 6, 2023

To truly excel in a Nurse leadership role, it takes a unique blend of qualities and attributes that empower Nurses to guide their teams and achieve positive patient outcomes. Here are some key traits and characteristics commonly associated with successful leadership: Strong Communication Skills: Effective Nurse leaders possess excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

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Living Assistance Services

JULY 6, 2023

There are a few activities we can’t help but think of when summer begins: running through a sprinkler, eating a popsicle or ice cream cone.

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Evidence-Based Nursing - BMJ blogs

JULY 2, 2023

Person centredness is a complex and multidimensional concept; it’s unique and different for everyone. Although its conceptualisation varies across disciplinary and political contexts (Crib and Woodcock, 2022), it is consistently seen as the cornerstone of good quality healthcare. Whilst capturing information about the processes or activities of care are frequently recorded by health services and via disease specific registries, information collected consistently and systematically from people th

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Hospice News

JULY 5, 2023

A new cancer-focused payment model demonstration from the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Innovation (CMMI) could create opportunities for palliative care providers. The goals of the Enhancing Oncology Model (EOM), which went live on July 1, are to improve the quality and reduce the cost of cancer care with augmented care coordination. While documents on the model do not specifically mention palliative care, several elements of the model align with that care model, according to the Center to

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Responsive Home Care

JULY 6, 2023

If you think PTSD only happens to individuals who have experienced life-threatening danger, think again. PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) can occur after any traumatic event or experience. It may surprise you to discover that providing care for a loved one is one of the main causes of PTSD. Nevertheless, the condition frequently goes undetected, and […] The post Understanding the Red Flags of Caregiver PTSD appeared first on Responsive Home Care.

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Healthcare Law Insights blog

JULY 7, 2023

The Supreme Court issued a number of headline-grabbing decisions this term on topics like religious accommodation , LGBTQ protections , and consideration of race in college admissions. These decisions are wide-reaching and impact individuals, employers, and higher education institutions. Though not nearly as wide-reaching, the Supreme Court also issued two important decisions this year dealing with the False Claims Act (FCA) that could have dramatic impact nonetheless for those ensnared in an FC

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Melodia Hospice

JULY 7, 2023

Hospice provides care and assistance to terminally ill people. It emphasizes comfort rather than curing a problem and gives people the best quality of life. Unlike medical treatment, it addresses “whole person” requirements and helps family caregivers. Hospice care is usually offered at home, but respite care and urgent care are available to inpatients as … Who Pays for Inpatient Hospice Care?

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Hospice News

JULY 5, 2023

Individuals in several states have been securing hospice licenses only to turn them around in a quick sale. A number of these hospices are accredited, prompting calls for greater oversight of organizations with deeming authority. A surge of newly licensed hospices has swelled in California, Arizona, Texas and Nevada. Many of these have been accused of gaming the Medicare system and delivering poor-quality care.

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Corecubed Care Marketing Solutions

JULY 7, 2023

For many older adults and their loved ones, the idea of engaging the services of an in-home care provider is intimidating, if not overwhelming. With the fierce competition in the industry, it’s crucial to ensure your care agency’s website is as user-friendly, assuring, clear, and concise as possible. Often, home care agency owners settle on the fastest and least expensive.

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Nurse Nacole

JULY 7, 2023

Category: Psychiatric Nursing The tolerability profile, relative safety in overdose and the need for fewer titrations have resulted in SSRIs effectively replacing TCAs as the drug class of choice for treating depression.

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