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Breaking News in Hospice Care: The Hospice CARE Act 🏥 Congressman Earl Blumenauer has introduced the Hospice CARE Act, proposing the most significant overhaul of Medicare hospice benefits since 1982. Key points include: - Aims to modernize the hospice system - Targets payment structures, program integrity, and quality care - Designed to protect patients and safeguard taxpayer dollars As a hospice provider, staying informed is crucial. Learn how SimiTree can help you navigate these changes and optimize your operations. Read our blog now: https://bit.ly/3Y4P7kK #HospiceCAREAct #MedicareHospiceBenefit #HospiceReform #HospiceCare #MedicareReform #HospiceConsulting #HealthcarePolicy #SimiTree

📌READ THE FULL BLOG: https://lnkd.in/dSGv6MZM While hospice care is the best end-of-life care option for most patients and families, sometimes they decide to revoke their hospice enrollment. This can have unintended impacts on the kind of care the patient receives while also creating challenges for hospice agencies. Fortunately, there are steps providers can take to better anticipate, address, and prevent hospice revocations to benefit patients and their families. By applying predictive analytics, agencies can help patients receive the kind of education, care, and resources they need to make the best care decisions at a critical time in their care journey. https://lnkd.in/dSGv6MZM #hospiceai #hospiceanalytics #hospicerevocation

"CHANGING THE NEGATIVE PERCEPTION OF HOSPICE CARE" Continuing our mission to transform misconceptions about hospice care: Hospice isn't just about end-of-life care. Don’t let negative stigmas prevent you from accessing the benefits and services, often covered by Medicare, that can greatly enhance quality of life. #ACCENTCARE #FALA #THEPROBATENURSE #ASPIREFORMORE #CELEBRATINGMEMORIES #HOSPICECARE #SENIORHEALTHCARE #FHCA #LETSGETCOMFY

The Hospice Proposed Final Rule has been released but the headlines will make you think it’s all good news for providers. In our latest blog, Axxess Vice President of Hospice Professional Services Zaundra Ellis dives into what the headlines don’t tell you. Zaundra also covers the most important components that will help hospice providers adapt to everything coming their way in the new rule: https://ow.ly/rKQf50RAXnI #hospice #FinalRule #hospicefinalrule

Let's debunk some common hospice care myths today! Hospice isn't about giving up; it's about choosing quality of life. It's not only for the final days but supports earlier in the journey, providing comprehensive care that respects the patient's wishes and dignity. 🌿✨ Myth Busted: Hospice care can begin earlier, not just in the last days or weeks. Stay Informed: Educate yourself about the full scope of hospice benefits. Open Conversations: Discuss openly with healthcare providers to understand how hospice can support you or your loved ones. Embrace the truth about hospice care. For more details or to dispel any doubts, visit www.amedicushospice.org or call us at (469) 389-1028. #HospiceCareMyths #AmedicusHospice

Hospice at the end of life should be a real gift. And when performed in a quality way, it is. People choosing hospice providers need to know there is a choice, and quality measures and patient satisfaction matter. #healthcare #hospice #choice #quality

Attention Hospice Providers in Arizona, California, Nevada, and Texas: CMS is expanding hospice prepayment reviews starting Sept 2024. Are you prepared? Read now: https://bit.ly/3zbuwBM This article answers any questions and shares how to prepare your hospice for increased scrutiny, ensure compliance, and maintain cash flow. Still have concerns or questions? SimiTree is here to help. Get in touch today: https://bit.ly/3sk70i5 #HospiceCare #CMSUpdate #HealthcareCompliance #HospiceBilling #HospiceCompliance

Unlock the essentials of hospice care with "Hospice Nuts & Bolts" 🌟 Dive deep into the Conditions of Participation and the Medicare benefit from a clinical lens. From eligibility to discharge, understand every aspect of care coordination, documentation, and Quality Assessment Performance Improvement. Join us to master the fundamentals and elevate your hospice practice! 🔗 Register Here: https://bit.ly/3Qx3gCX #IHHC #HospiceCare #MedicareBenefit #QualityAssessment

With all the stress-inducing things in life, your healthcare shouldn’t be one of them. When your loved one is receiving hospice care, you should experience the peace of mind that comes with trusting your hospice provider. Contact us today to learn how Hospice of North Alabama can take the stress out of hospice for you. #StressAwarenessMonth

🌟 **Enhancing Hospice Care with Health Navigators and End-of-Life Doulas** 🌟 Health navigators and end-of-life doulas are transforming hospice care by providing holistic, compassionate support to patients and their families. **Health Navigators**: - Guide patients through the healthcare system. - Coordinate care and manage appointments. - Develop personalized care plans. **End-of-Life Doulas**: - Offer emotional and spiritual support. - Facilitate meaningful end-of-life experiences. - Educate and support families through the process. Together, they ensure that patients live their final days with dignity, comfort, and peace, making a profound difference in the hospice journey. #HospiceCare #PatientSupport #HealthcareNavigators #EndOfLifeDoulas #CompassionateCare This concise post highlights the key benefits of incorporating health navigators and end-of-life doulas into hospice care. Hospice organization, should embrace healthcare, navigators, and end of life Doulas, as it will change the way their hospice patients view the process.