Hospice News

MARCH 31, 2023

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) late Friday released the 2024 proposed payment rule for hospice providers. The proposed FY 2024 rates for hospices that do not submit the required quality data would be updated by the proposed FY 2024 hospice payment update percentage of 2.8% The post CMS Proposes 2.8%

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Hospice News

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Investment trends in the hospice industry have meandered in recent years, impacting providers’ approaches to growth in 2024. What M&A trends mean for 2024 Aside from rising payer interest, private equity buyers have increasingly stepped into the hospice space.

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Hospice News

AUGUST 25, 2023

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services’ (CMS) 2024 updates to the Accountable Care Organization Realizing Equity, Access and Community Health (ACO REACH) model: care coordination, managing health equity-related risks and social determinants of health. Three principles are guiding the U.S.

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Hospice News

OCTOBER 11, 2023

NYSE: HUM) CEO Bruce Broussard will step down in late 2024, with incoming COO and president Jim Rechtin on deck to succeed him. 8, 2024 and will take the helm following Broussard’s departure. The post Humana CEO Broussard to Step Down in 2024, Succeeded by Envision Healthcare Exec Jim Rechtin appeared first on Hospice News.

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Hospice News

JULY 28, 2023

increase to their per diem payments for 2024, according to a final rule published Friday. payment boost the agency initially proposed for 2024 hospice payments back in March. 31, 2024, meaning a return to in-person recertification visits may be on the table for the following year. “We for next year, up from $32,486.92

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Hospice News

AUGUST 18, 2023

The agency’s 2024 physician fee schedule proposed rule contains a number of provisions related to caregiver assistance, health equity, interdisciplinary care and social determinants of health. For 2024, CMS is proposing payment to practitioners who train and involve caregivers in supporting patients with certain diseases or illnesses.

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Hospice News

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

VIA Health Partners CEO Peter Brunnick What are your priorities as you look ahead to 2024? That’s a big priority for us in 2024. The post VIA Health CEO: Hospices Must Prep for Value-Based Care in 2024 appeared first on Hospice News. What’s top of mind for you? But we think that’s where the market is going.

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Happy Healthy Caregiver

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

I’ve adopted it and encouraged my family and the Happy Healthy Caregiver community … I want something more in 2024! Create your ’20 for 2024′ list. Read More » The post I want something more in 2024! Create your ’20 for 2024′ list. appeared first on Happy Healthy Caregiver.

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Hospice News

JUNE 30, 2023

The agency included these plans in its proposed home health rule for 2024. The agency wants to move ahead with it in 2024. The post CMS Proposes 36-Month Rule for Hospices, 2024 Launch of Special Focus Program appeared first on Hospice News.

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Hospice News

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Sachin Jain, CEO, SCAN Group CMS initiated the changes to its risk adjustment process earlier this year through its 2024 final rule for Medicare Advantage plans. The post How CMS’ 2024 Risk Adjustment Rules May Affect Palliative Care Companies appeared first on Hospice News. The agency is implementing a 3.3%

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Hospice News

DECEMBER 20, 2022

The omnibus spending bill to currently before Congress includes provisions that would extend the waiver for recertification using telehealth through the end of 2024, among other items pertaining to hospice. The post Federal Spending Bill Would Extend Hospice Recertification Via Telehealth Through 2024 appeared first on Hospice News.

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Hospice News

MAY 31, 2023

base rate increase for 2024. The post Hospice Providers, Industry Groups: CMS Should Increase 2024 Hospice Base Rate by Nearly 4% appeared first on Hospice News. Citing inflation and other headwinds, hospice providers and industry organizations are urging the U.S.

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Hospice News

APRIL 3, 2023

The 2024 proposed hospice rule from the U.S. The post Program Integrity Takes Center Stage in CMS’ 2024 Proposed Hospice Rule appeared first on Hospice News. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) signals the agency’s earliest response to widespread calls to bolster program integrity within the benefit.

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Hospice News

AUGUST 2, 2023

The proposed version of the 2024 rule contained several requests for information from providers, which included questions on potential health equity measures. The post 2024 Final Rule May Signal Changes in CMS’ Approach to Hospice Quality appeared first on Hospice News. The panel released its report in May.

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Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

In July we were pleased to share that the CY 2024 Payment Policies under the Physician Fee Schedule held exciting news for therapists and caregivers. 1, 2024 when used according to the following rules. These have now officially been finalized for use beginning Jan.

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Hospice News

OCTOBER 4, 2023

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has proposed changes to the 2024 physician fee schedule (PFS) and other Medicare Part B payment policies. The post C-TAC Urges CMS to Better Address Caregiver Support, Social Determinants in Proposed 2024 Physician Fee Schedule appeared first on Hospice News.

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EAPC (European Association of Palliative Care)

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Clinical Impact Award For more details on application criteria, and how to apply please go to: [link] The post EAPC Researcher Awards 2024: Application process now open! Early Researcher Award 2. Post Doctoral Award 3. appeared first on EAPC.

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Minority Nurse

OCTOBER 27, 2023

The National Black Nurses Association (NBNA) released a statement regarding the association’s decision to pull its 2024 Conference out of Florida. The post National Black Nurses Association Moving 2024 Conference Out of Florida first appeared on Minority Nurse.

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Changing Lives Podcast

OCTOBER 17, 2023

April 6, 2024 | 9:00 – 4:00 PM Host Site: Ramada in Belleville Free Admission For Attendees This event is a fantastic opportunity where local healthcare organizations, businesses, social service program providers and other caregiver-related entities will gather to promote their products and services. Click here to become a vendor!

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NHPCO

APRIL 17, 2023

For Immediate Release April 17, 2023 (Alexandria, VA) The National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) published the following statement in response to a recent Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) proposed rule that would update key components of hospice reimbursement and regulations in Fiscal Year (FY) 2024.

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EAPC (European Association of Palliative Care)

AUGUST 2, 2023

The 13th World Research Congress of the EAPC happens in Barcelona, Spain 16 – 18 May 2024. More details are available on our congress page: [link] The post Abstract Submission now open for EAPC Congress 2024 appeared first on EAPC. Abstract submission is NOW OPEN!

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Rehab Realities by Renee Kinder

JULY 20, 2023

The newly released CY 2024 Payment Policies under the Physician Fee Schedule holds exciting news for therapists and caregivers. We have three new codes to be used for reporting the total duration of face-to-face time spent by the physician or other qualified health professional providing individual or group training to caregivers of patients.

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Together for Short Lives

APRIL 24, 2023

Meet the team We are endlessly grateful to Tim, […] The post Making every mile matter: London Marathon 2024 appeared first on Together for Short Lives. Not only have they conquered a huge personal challenge, but they’ve also raised a phenomenal £26,000 for seriously ill children and their families across the country.

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Hospice News

AUGUST 21, 2023

The TEP completed its work late last year, and now, per the 2024 proposed home health rule, the agency wants to move ahead with it in 2024. CMS initially pitched the idea in 2022 but instead convened a Technical Expert Panel (TEP) to further guide development.

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Hospice News

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

The National Partnership for Hospice and Healthcare Innovation (NPHI) has issued public comments on CMS’ proposed home health rule for 2024. NPHI also raised questions about the algorithm that CMS would use to select hospices for its new Special Focus Program (SFP), which is set for a 2024 implementation.

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Hospice News

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

The facility is being renovated in 2024 into a palliative care center that will also include areas for staffing education across multiple areas of supportive care. Erle and Emma White Inpatient Center features 24 patient beds with an interdisciplinary staff that provides round-the-clock care, including respite services for caregivers.

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Hospice News

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has finalized its 2024 home health rule, including the implementation of a hospice Special Focus Program (SFP). The rule also finalizes the proposed “36-month”rule for hospice providers. The requirement mirrors a regulation that has existed for several years for home health agencies.

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Hospice News

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

The four largest hospice industry organizations are urging congressional lawmakers to mandate changes to the Special Focus Program (SFP) currently set to begin in 2024. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) last week issued its 2024 home health payment rule , which contained several hospice provisions.

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Hospice News

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Beginning in 2024, Robert Dibble will succeed Patrick McMenamin as chairman of the organization’s Board of Trustees. Visiting Nurse Association Health Group (VNA Health Group) has named a new board chair and vice chair, among other leadership appointments. Eileen O’Hern Luby will serve as vice chair.

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Hospice News

MAY 3, 2023

Now, increased action from CMS and scrutiny from key members of Congress could thwart that growth in 2024. Our analysis suggests that proposed payment changes by CMS for 2024 could result in reduced benefits or higher premiums for enrollees.” The rule included an increase to MA payment of 3.32% for 2024.

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Hospice News

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) plans to launch the program in 2024, according to language included in the agency’s proposed home health rule for 2024. The TEP completed its work late last year, and now, per the 2024 proposed home health rule, the agency wants to move ahead with it next year.

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Hospice News

APRIL 18, 2023

CMS earlier this month released its 2024 hospice proposed rule , which included the 2.8% In 2024, pre-determined sequestration cuts will further reduce hospice reimbursement to a de facto increase of about 1%.” base payment rate increase recently proposed by the U.S. increase — an estimated total of $720 million. this year. “The

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Hospice News

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Francis Reflections and Treasure Coast Hospice leadership expect the affiliation to complete in 2024 and are in the process of developing a comprehensive integration plan. Combined, the two organizations serve patients in Brevard, Martin, St. Lucie and Okeechobee counties in their home state. Executives from St.

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Hospice News

MARCH 24, 2023

Originally set to run between 2021 and 2024, CMS indicated yesterday that it would invest five additional years in the demonstration. In 2024, all participating MA plans must submit a health equity plan, whereas in 2023 that requirement applied only to those in the hospice component.

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EAPC (European Association of Palliative Care)

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Applications are being accepted via an online form , and the deadline to submit is 31 January 2024. Read this blog from the Scientific Committee Co-Chairs, Catherine Walshe and Simone Veronese to hear more on this. The post Ready for the Future: Your opportunity to shape the content presented at EAPC 2025 in Helsinki!

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Elder Care Matters

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Here’s your “Need-to-Know” Covid-19 Vaccine information for 2023-2024: Similar to the flu vaccine, the new COVID XBB.1.5 With the approaching winter season, it’s perfect timing to visit the current senior COVID-19 vaccine options. monovalent vaccine is universally recommended for everyone 6 months and older.

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Hospice News

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) honed in on hospice program integrity through a number of new regulations, including some in the agency’s 2024 hospice final rule. Other provisions appeared in the 2024 home health final rule, which prohibits the sale of a new hospice within 36 months.

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