Hospice News

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

A federal jury has convicted former Canon Healthcare owner Shiva Akula for False Claims Act violations totalling nearly $47 million. Canon Healthcare was a New Orleans-based hospice provider that also served the Baton Rouge and Covington, Louisiana, markets, as well as parts of Mississippi. Between 2013 and 2016, the company billed Medicare for $62 million and received $47 million in payments, according to the U.S.

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Minority Nurse

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Nurse practitioners have been valuable members of the healthcare ecosystem for decades. As providers with increasing practice autonomy, NPs fill significant healthcare delivery gaps. With a growing shortage of primary care physicians , the need for NPs could not be more dire. When NPs approach patient care innovatively, everyone benefits from their creativity.

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Hospice News

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Establishing consistent relationships with referral sources will not only fill palliative care’s business pipeline, but they also allow providers to develop better delivery models to meet the needs of their partners and patients. As value-based models expand and hold health systems accountable for the entire care continuum, palliative care partnerships and joint ventures are growing in attractiveness.

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High Peaks Hospice

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Grief During the Holidays: Some Tips The winter holidays are generally perceived as “the most wonderful time of the year.” But for those who are facing grief after the death of a loved one, the holidays may instead be a time filled with pain and sadness. Even those for whom grief is not as fresh, the holidays may serve as an annual reminder of the loss—not only of that person, but of tradition and celebration.

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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. The mix of hospice buyers has become more diverse during the past five years to include more private equity investors, large health and hospital systems and home health companies, along with payers. These trends will have lasting impacts on how hospices orient their strategies for remaining competitive, according to Leslie Friedel, CEO of Indiana-based Stillwater Hospice.

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Daily Nurse

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Nursing does not always get the glory that it deserves and sometimes gets portrayed in a negative light, but it is one of the best professions in the world. If you are a nurse looking to make an impact, you surely can. Here are five ways you can make a positive impact in the nursing profession. 1. Join a Nursing Organization There are many nursing organizations, from local, state, and national.

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Home Sweet Home In-Home Care

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Do you know how hospital-at-home services can impact family caregivers? If there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s that no one wants to spend more time in the hospital than they need to. The aim is to get the necessary procedure or treatment over with as quickly as possible and move on to recovering. Naturally, the growing trend in hospital-at-home services is one being met with open arms.

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Nurse Nacole

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Category: Fundamentals The simplest available artificial airways are the oropharyngeal and nasopharyngeal airways. Both prevent the tongue from obstructing the airway by creating a passage for air between the base of the tongue and the posterior pharyngeal wall.

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Nurse.com

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

Evidence-based practice can rejuvenate your career or indicate that it’s time for a change. According to the American Nurses’ Association (ANA) , evidence-based practice in nursing means providing quality care based on the latest research and knowledge. This approach not only improves and streamline workflows — it prioritizes safety and outcomes for patients.

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HPNA podcast

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

In this episode, we welcome Pat Berry, PhD, APRN, CNP, GNP-BC, FPCN, FAAN, to the show where she speaks on the evolution of hospice care, how she was involved in these advancements, and some of the most valuable lessons she has learned in hospice. About Pat: Pat Berry, PhD, APRN, CNP, GNP-BC, FPCN, FAAN has 46 years of experience in Hospice and Palliative care including as a staff RN, quality improvement coordinator, Joint Commission hospice surveyor, educator, author, nurse practitioner, and

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Comfort Home Care

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

November is a special month. While the focus is primarily on Thanksgiving and the start of the holiday season, you may be surprised to know it’s also National Family Caregiver Month. This month is dedicated to recognizing and honoring the millions of family caregivers who selflessly support their loved ones. Family caregivers are unsung heroes.

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Community Home Health Care

NOVEMBER 14, 2023

As November unfolds, we find ourselves in the heart of National Gratitude Month, looking ahead towards Thanksgiving; a time to talk about being grateful. And you’ll find that gratitude has a big impact on the people getting and giving home care. The Power of Appreciation Gratitude is not just saying ‘thank you’; it’s like a super power for making people happier and healthier, especially for seniors.

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