Relias

OCTOBER 25, 2021

There’s a new opportunity for occupational therapists practicing in home health settings. During her presentation, Vance explained the progression of rules allowing therapists to conduct the home health admission visit. OTs Can Step Up and Coordinate Care.

Medicare 97

Medicare Therapist Medicaid Clinic 97

Relias

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Under the first performance year of VBP in 2023, home health agencies will be scored in part on the patient’s perception of their communication and team discussion.” Patient perception of communication and team discussion are two of those five elements. Assessing communication and collaboration. Increased scrutiny in hospices.

Hospice 52

Hospice Communication Clinic Patient Safety 52

Relias

DECEMBER 13, 2021

An unintended, but positive offshoot of the pandemic is that the crisis highlighted home health’s “very quick and successful adjustments” and “versatility” to serve COVID-19 patients and millions of others served under Medicare, Medicaid, Veterans Administration, and other services. Setting up caregiver mentorship programs.

Home Care 52

Home Care Healthcare Hospice Medicare 52