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CMS Extends Hospice VBID Through 2030

Hospice News

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) is extending the value-based insurance design demonstration for calendar years 2025 to 2030, including the hospice component. The hospice component of VBID, also called the MA carve-in, launched in 2021 and was originally slated to complete after four years.

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New ACO Primary Flex Model Could Increase Hospice, Palliative Care Access

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Though the model is focused on primary care, it could help more patients receive hospice and palliative care when appropriate, according to CMS. The PPCPs will also provide funds for care management, patient navigation, behavioral health integration and other care coordination services.

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How ACO Flex Could Make Hospice ‘Top of Mind’ with Primary Care Providers

Hospice News

Though the model is focused on primary care, it could help more patients receive hospice and palliative care when appropriate, according to CMS. 1, 2025, with the application period starting May 20 and ending June 17. The prospective, capitated payments for primary care in this model will make a huge difference.

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Voices: Tim Smokoff, General Manager, Home Health and Hospice, MatrixCare

Hospice News

On a personal note, I’ve witnessed my own family members—parents, grandparents, and in-laws—navigate home health care, manage chronic illnesses and eventually transition through hospice care. Another key aspect is care coordination and collaboration. In the latter, our services extend to about 800 clients.

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HSPN ELEVATE: Hospice Clinical Innovation Trends

Hospice News

This discussion took place on September 7, 2023 during the Hospice News ELEVATE Conference. Hospice News: I wanted to start by asking where the greatest opportunities for clinical innovation is in hospice care? What they care about is professional development. What’s creating the need for change?

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