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Preventing Falls – Importance of Vision (Part 3)
Author: Andrew Awoniyi, ND, RN-BC
Date: May 3, 2012
As mentioned in the previous articles, falls are a major cause of death and disability in the elderly and costly. One third of adults aged 65 and older fall each year, with 20% - 30% of these patients experiencing moderate to severe injuries, including lacerations, hip fractures, or head traumas... Keep Reading
Three Operators of Miami Home Health Company Sentenced in $60 Million Health Care Fraud Scheme
Author: Office of Public Affairs, Department of Justice
Date: April 27, 2012
WASHINGTON – Three operators of a Miami health care agency were sentenced today to 120, 87 and 87 months in prison, respectively, for their participation in a $60 million home health Medicare fraud scheme, announced the Department of Justice, the FBI and the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). U.S.... Keep Reading
Axxess leads as Platinum Sponsor for Southwest Regional Event in OKC
Author: Melisa Floyd
Date: April 25, 2012
(Oklahoma City, OK, April 25, 2012) Axxess Healthcare Consult assumed a preeminent role as in serving as the lead sponsor of the two-day Southwest Regional Home Care Conference in Oklahoma City, OK  on April 24, 25 at the Cox Convention Center downtown. The regional event was jointly hosted by the... Keep Reading
Preventing Falls – Importance of Medication Review (Part 2)
Author: Andrew Awoniyi, ND, RN-BC
Date: April 25, 2012
As mentioned in the previous article, when caring for homebound patients, we reviewed the concerns regarding patient falls and impact on patient independence, and the incidence and cost.  The cost of falls was between $19 Billion - $179 Billion for fatal and nonfatal falls in 2000 (last year for which... Keep Reading
Seminars Presented ‘On the Road’ in McAllen, Houston, and Dallas
Author: Diana Cahill
Date: April 24, 2012
Just like the signature Willie Nelson ballad, Axxess has been “On the Road Again”, presenting its lively and interactive Administrator’s Seminar to enthusiastic audiences all over Texas. The home health consultancy presented its acclaimed leadership training event to attendees in the Rio Grande Valley and Houston on April 10 and 12.... Keep Reading
Preventing Falls – Importance of Balance (Part 1)
Author: Andrew Awoniyi, ND, RN-BC
Date: April 19, 2012
When caring for homebound patients, we frequently see a number of whom are unsteady on their feet and may have experienced falls.  Falling or the risk of falling is a real concern due to the impact on patient independence even within the home setting.  One third of adults aged 65... Keep Reading
5 Tips to Avoid Medicare Billing Errors
Author: Robin Jordan
Date: April 3, 2012
Home health agencies today are feeling the pressure of reduced or delayed payments as well as increased expenses.  It is more important than ever that billing is done right the first time, every time. Avoidable billing errors can lead to denials and reduced cash flow.  By knowing how to reduce... Keep Reading
The Most Dangerous Room in a Patient’s House
Author: Joni Wilson, RN
Date: March 29, 2012
Every year about 250,000 people end up in emergency rooms after falling in the bathroom, and about 14% of them are hospitalized. Younger people are more likely to fall in and around the bath tub, but seniors suffer more than half their injuries near the toilet. Women sustain injuries more often... Keep Reading
Axxess Healthcare Consult Launches New Website
Author: Jessica Partida
Date: March 27, 2012
Dallas, TX – Axxess Healthcare Consult today announced the launch of its new website, designed with a fresh user-friendly interface, eye pleasing web experience and high impact presentation of information regarding its home health agency management solutions. The new web presence can be found at their existing web address: http://axxessconsult.com. “The... Keep Reading
Axxess Further Demonstrates Commitment to the Education and Training Needs of Agencies Nationwide
Author: Sam Smith
Date: March 21, 2012
Axxess, creators of the comprehensive Agencycore® home health agency operations platform, served as a major sponsor at the 2012 Illinois Homecare and Hospice Council (IHHC) Annual Conference held in Chicago, IL from March 14-16, 2012. The two day conference was attended by over 200 home health and hospice nurses, as... Keep Reading
Five Lessons Learned from the Alleged $375 Million Medicare Fraud Case
Author: Sam Smith
Date: March 13, 2012
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, a physician practice located in Dallas. According to the Federal... Keep Reading
Biggest Medicare Fraud in History Busted – 78 Home Health Agencies Affected!
Author: Sam Smith
Date: February 28, 2012
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE- United States Department of Justice Dallas Doctor Arrested for Alleged Role in Nearly $375 Million Health Care Fraud Scheme | Office Manager for Doctor and Five Owners of Dallas-Area Home Health Agencies Also Arrested WASHINGTON - A physician and the office manager of his medical practice, along with five... Keep Reading
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