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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
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
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
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
On February 28, the Department of Justice held press conferences and press releases to provide information to the public about the conclusion of their two year investigation into alleged fraudulent activities of Dr. Jacques Roy and his associate with Medistat, … Keep Reading
Stories that warm the heart -like the one told below- are repeated daily due to the care and concern exhibited by home health agencies all over the US. A growing number of the most highly effective agencies are utilizing Axxess’ … Keep Reading
A focused, visionary, ideological culture drives effective organizations. The Home Health Agency (HHA) is not simply an organization with an owner, some skilled nurses, an administrator, a corporate charter from the state and a Medicare license. The employees, nurses, billers, … Keep Reading
Fraud and abuse has been an issue for the home health care industry almost from its inception. While most providers follow the rules and provide quality care at the highest standards, there are some unscrupulous providers who make the home … Keep Reading
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