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The use of honey in wound care dates back millennia. There are records of the Sumerians using honey in wound care as far back as 4,000 years ago with the Egyptians improving upon this method by impregnating different materials with … Keep Reading
The Final Rule that was published November 8, 2012, will implement several changes beginning on January 1, 2013. Among these changes are: Limitation of resolved conditions that can be coded in M1024 Clarification of Face to Face Encounter Guidelines Therapy … Keep Reading
There is an updated version of this article available here. Accurate completion of the OASIS assessment is important for home health clinicians. Unfortunately, some clinicians have had no training, minimal training or have been given incorrect information. The Director of … Keep Reading
The CMS Readmission Reduction Program, an important part of the Affordable Care Act that went into effect on Oct. 1, 2012, will have a profound impact on how hospitals manage care transitions and work with community healthcare providers to prevent … Keep Reading
Without a doubt, performance evaluations and/or appraisals are one of the least liked and hardest requirements of a home care leaders job. This is particularly true for those in mid management. But, they aren’t the only ones! For members of … Keep Reading
Home care providers (HCP) are exposed to many different situations as they perform home visits. Living conditions vary from home to home, ranging from clean to filthy, and we care for patients in the home setting with every imaginable disease, … Keep Reading
Health care is a very hotly debated topic. People of all ages and economic situations are impacted by the decisions and laws that are passed regarding health care. Home Health is part of that discussion. Whether you are a Medicare … Keep Reading
Recently, the Final Rule set the implementation date of ICD-10 for April 1, 2014. Although this is over a year away, agencies should begin to make preparations now for a smooth transition from ICD-9. ICD-9 was developed by the World … Keep Reading
On October 5, Axxess had the pleasure of hosting a meeting of The Dallas Friday Group, with featured speaker Ambassador Ron Kirk, United States Trade Representative and past Dallas mayor. Pictured are Axxess CEO John Olajide with Ambassador Kirk and Dallas Friday Group chairman (and … Keep Reading
The promise of EHRs to improve the delivery, safety, efficiency, and ultimately reduce the cost of care have been the impetus to roll them out across the healthcare industry, and now more so in home health. The procurement of an … Keep Reading
The recent news about Medicare fraud arrests further highlights why home health agencies committed to the highest standards of practice continue to choose Axxess. Axxess is an ANCC accredited consulting and technology vendor in the Home Health industry. The ANCC … Keep Reading
Our most recent hurricane, Hurricane Isaac, reminded us of the importance of the Home Health Agency Emergency Preparedness Plan. As managers of our patients’ health and well-being we are responsible for preparing ourselves and our patients for emergency situations. Knowing … Keep Reading
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