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Hospice News
JANUARY 29, 2024
Fee-for-service Medicare, for example, only covers physician and licensed independent practitioner services and does not cover the full range of interdisciplinary palliative care. Today, many palliative programs are supported by philanthropic donations or treated as a loss leader that can feed referrals to other services like hospice care.
Hospice News
MAY 25, 2023
Nikki Davis: I’m a nurse practitioner and have been working in geriatrics and palliative care for about 21 years now. I made my way through the ranks as a CNA, then a registered nurse, and then a nurse practitioner and now, I’m in a leadership position. For a patient, a panel is essential.
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Hospice News
SEPTEMBER 7, 2022
A group of health plans, policymakers, and insurance companies recently told the Center for Medicare & Medicare Innovation (CMMI) that they needed a standardized definition for palliative care in order to improve access. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Hospice News
MARCH 2, 2023
She recently spoke with Hospice News about the industry’s changing environment and the potential to revise aspects of the Medicare benefit, as well as top priorities for her upcomiing term at AAHPM. Do you think there are aspects of the Medicare benefit as it’s currently designed that need to be changed or updated?
Hospice Nurse Hero
MAY 11, 2022
One of the most common frustrations hospice nurses have is related to how long it takes to complete hospice documentation. Before a patient is admitted to hospice, they must meet Medicare eligibility criteria. doctor, hospital, nursing home) are added to the electronic medical record. Hospice Admission Tips.
Traditions Health
AUGUST 21, 2023
If you’re eligible, Medicare, Veteran Affairs, or private insurance covers home health care services. Payment options include private pay and long-term care insurance. Cost savings Home health care is more affordable than staying at a hospital or long-term care facility. It reduces health care expenses while maintaining high-quality care.
Shining Light Hospice
APRIL 8, 2022
Examples of Home Health services are skilled nursing, nursing aide, physical/occupational therapy, and speech therapy. Skilled nursing is the general medical care provided to patients and includes such services as medication management, wound care, patient education, etc. What Does Hospice Care Include?
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