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Blue Sky Hospice Medical Director Convicted of $2.8M Hospice Fraud

Hospice News

In 2015, Thropay was listed as an attending provider for more hospice claims paid by Medicare than any other provider in the nation.” He faces a maximum penalty of 10 years incarceration on each count. Justice Department indicated. “In The former medical director will be sentenced on May 28. The FBI and the U.S.

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Study: 40% of Adults Don’t Want to Talk About Palliative Care

Hospice News

An Irish study found that 4 in 10 adults prefer not to think or discuss palliative care. The results show that people were less inclined to discuss palliative care than they were in previous surveys in 2015 and 2016.

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How California Began Expanding Palliative Care Via Medicaid

Hospice News

In September 2015, the Partnership HealthPlan of California — managed by Medicaid — launched a pilot program dedicated to palliative care, with an emphasis on enhancing patient outcomes while reducing costs associated with caring for chronically ill seniors.

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Pennant Group Acquires Guardian Hospice

Hospice News

Guardian Hospice of Oklahoma received Medicare certification in 2015 and has since grown its presence in the state and across Texas. Guardian provides hospice care in 10 counties in southern Oklahoma and across six counties in northern Texas, adding to Pennant’s existing presence in those two states. Census Bureau.

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Texas Jury Renders $10 Million Verdict in Novel Corporate Practice of Medicine Case

Healthcare Law Insights blog

Following two weeks of trial testimony, a Travis County jury recently rendered a $10 million verdict in a novel corporate practice of medicine (CPOM) case. 2015, no pet.); With no other practical choice according to the hospitalist group, it terminated the subcontract with the management company and immediately filed suit.

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Hospice CEO, Chief Compliance Officer Collaborations Key to Quality

Hospice News

The hospice organization in 2015 began considering a “retooling” of its C-suite structure in preparation of rising regulatory oversight, Roa said. Established in 1983, The nonprofit hospice is part of a multi-facility health care system and a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network.

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10 Skincare Tips for Seniors

Seniority, the Mavencare Blog

To help both seniors and caregivers, we’ve put together a list of the top 10 tips to know when caring for senior skin. The NIA notes that drinking enough water is one way to combat dry skin, and a 2015 study concluded that “higher water inputs in regular diet might positively impact normal skin physiology.” Gently cleanse.