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AGG, New Day’s Bill Dombi: Hospices’ ‘Vibrant Evolutionary Path’ Spurs Legal Growing Pains 

Hospice News

He previously served as president of the National Association for Home Care & Hospice (NAHC) for 38 years prior to its affiliation with the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) in 2023 and was heavily involved in the establishment of the Medicare Hospice Benefit. This was not thrust upon the community.

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Amedisys Eyes Palliative Care Expansion Via Contessa Joint Ventures

Hospice News

Sinai partnership marks Contessa’s first risk-based palliative care contract, which is reimbursed through Medicare Advantage. With this in place, the company now offers a full continuum of home-based care. The deal has since opened doors to new mergers and acquisitions, as well joint venture opportunities for Amedisys.

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Home Healthcare Benefits for Nurses and Patients

Nurse.com

Rather than leaving the profession altogether, nurses should consider the benefits of home health care positions compared to working in the hospital environment. Home Healthcare Benefits for Nurses. Entering the hospital or a nursing home long-term poses both physical and mental risks.