The transition to the Hospice Outcomes and Patient Evaluation (HOPE) assessment tool is expected to reshape quality reporting and patient assessment processes, ultimately impacting care delivery and future payment models.
Raianne Melton, RN, BSN, CHPN, Director of Clinical Services at Axxess, and Jennifer Kennedy, EdD, BSN, RN, CHC, Vice President of... Keep Reading
The hospice industry is preparing for significant change with the introduction of the Hospice Outcomes and Patient Evaluation (HOPE) assessment tool.
HOPE is designed to reshape patient care, data collection and financial sustainability. While the goal of HOPE is to improve patient-level and organizational care decisions, it also adds a new... Keep Reading
The ability to successfully navigate the complexities of Medicare reimbursement models remains a top priority for care at home leaders. Despite the evolving and complex payment landscape, there are strategies that leaders can implement to ensure growth and optimize revenue.
Christina Andrews, Senior Director of Professional Services at Axxess, and Mike... Keep Reading
Organizations are exploring how emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI) and automation, can enhance operations and improve care quality, helping them more effectively prepare for regulatory changes.
Christina Andrews, Senior Director of Professional Services, and Armine Khudanyan, Founder and CEO of QAPIplus, discussed the uncertainty surrounding regulatory changes outlined in... Keep Reading
As hospice care regulations evolve, Hospice Outcomes and Patient Evaluation (HOPE) will become the new assessment tool for ensuring compliance while providing support. Axxess is at the forefront of ensuring hospice organizations have the tools and resources they need to navigate the HOPE changes, which will take effect October 1.
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Ensuring success in the evolving hospice landscape remains a key focus for care at home leaders. Although the landscape can be challenging, there are several strategies that leaders can employ to foster growth.
Christina Andrews, Senior Director of Professional Services at Axxess and Carla Davis, Former Senior Vice President of Hospice... Keep Reading
In the rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, managed care contracting has become a critical component for providers aiming to diversify their revenue streams.
Christina Andrews, Senior Director of Professional Services at Axxess, and Joe Russell, CAE, Vice President of Network Management and Contracting at Strategic Health Care, discussed the challenges healthcare organizations... Keep Reading
As the care at home industry continues to evolve, the integration of technology, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), is playing a pivotal role in transforming hospice care.
Christina Andrews, Senior Director of Professional Services at Axxess, and Jason Banks, Vice President of Post-Acute Business Development at nVoq, discussed the findings of... Keep Reading
The Medicare Cost Report (MCR) is a detailed financial document that healthcare providers participating in the Medicare program are required to submit annually to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). It provides insight into the utilization of home health services along with provider costs and reimbursement related to... Keep Reading
The care at home industry is accustomed to adapting to changes that come from an evolving business landscape, operational stressors from workforce challenges and regulatory complexities, among others. As providers look forward to 2025 and beyond, they see artificial intelligence as the top emerging trend that could solve many of... Keep Reading
In an employee-driven workforce, it’s more important than ever for organizations to attract and retain quality team members. In an education session at the 2024 Axxess Growth, Innovation and Leadership Experience (AGILE), Sonnie Linebarger, Founder and CEO of Evoke Greatness, and Eric Scharber, Executive Vice President of SimiTree, shared strategies... Keep Reading
The healthcare industry is constantly evolving, and staying compliant with new regulations is a top priority for all organizations.
Raianne Melton, Director of Clinical Services at Axxess, discussed the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) focus on hospice CAHPS and 2025 regulatory updates.
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CMS is focusing on... Keep Reading