Seeing an uptick in talk to text, copy and paste in your documentation. An audit of current documentation level is crucial. Avoiding garbage in-garbage out is necessary for your success. mailchi.mp/valuebeyondthe… #homehealthagency #homehealthcare #homehealth

After working for more than 45 years, Medicare-aged patients get only 6 months to make a decision (in most states) that could effectively trap them in an MA for life. A much needed change is needed to the ACA. mailchi.mp/valuebeyondthe… #homehealthagency #homehealthcare #homehealth

Report from US Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations shows that UnitedHealthcare, CVS and Humana #Medicare Advantage Plans denied claims for #pos-acute care at "far higher" rates than for other types of care.

Marketing to ALF's can be risky. Get this important info from a top legal expert, widely regarded as a Medicare expert, Elizabeth Hogue. Do not miss out on this important education. mailchi.mp/valuebeyondthe… #homehealthagency #homehealthcare #HomeHealth

GG items will be determining all outcomes starting 1/1/25. Here is very affordable education that will be provided live (10/24/24 from 1-2:30pm EST) and recorded. Cost is only $99 per agency. knkhelp.com/product/record… #homehealthagency #homehealthcare #homehealth

Our friends and colleagues in North Carolina, Florida and other states are still struggling. Please continue to think of them.

Do not miss out on a LIVE seat TOMORROW from 1-2:30pm EST. This will allow you to actively participate int he live Q&A. Don't stress, we will be be recording for unlimited watches for you and your agency. mailchi.mp/valuebeyondthe… #homehealthagency #HomeHealthcare #homehealth

Clinicians must understand that they are 100% responsible for documentation that bears their signature. Don't allow "innovation" used to make HH "easier" get in the way of protecting your license at all costs. mailchi.mp/valuebeyondthe… #homehealthagency #HomeHealthCare #homehealth

Telehealth happens every day in HH. We currently do not receive payment for this care. We have to use the telehealth codes in order for CMS to know how important this benefit is to our patients. New info here: mailchi.mp/valuebeyondthe… #homehealthagency #HomeHealthcare #homehealth

Agencies need to answer all OASIS E items with accuracy at top of mind. Do not fall prey to "behavioral adjustments." GG items accuracy is key to having the discharge score calculations reflect reality. mailchi.mp/valuebeyondthe… #homehealthagency #homehealthcare #HomeHealth

We keep our partner agencies compliant with all things F2F and POC, when we provide outsourced coding, OASIS & POC reviews. Don't experience the drama of multiple rounds of TPE, you do not have time for that! mailchi.mp/valuebeyondthe… #homehealthagency #homehealthcare #homehealth

OIG is questioning revenue-increasing practices in MA's. This means they can see any revenue "enhancing" practices in HH as well. Tread carefully with vendors that lead with "we will increase your revenue." mailchi.mp/valuebeyondthe… #homehealthagency #homehealthcare #homehealth

New audit from #OIG says #Medicare Advantage Plans made more than $7.5B from "questionable" assessments in 2023 based on home visits and chart reviews.

The best defense against an ADR, TPE or RAC audit is defensible documentation. CGS has provided a checklist and K&K can help with an audit and/or education to guard your agency against denial. mailchi.mp/valuebeyondthe… #homehealthagency #homehealthcare #HomeHealth

OASIS E1 makes it's debut on 1/1/25. Are you ready? Enjoy this great blog and check out our work on Medbridge to get you and your agency prepared. mailchi.mp/valuebeyondthe… #homehealthagency #homehealthcare #homehealth

2025 Home Health PPS Final Rule has been released. Here is the CMS Fact Sheet. Happy reading! cms.gov/newsroom/fact-… #homehealthcare #homehealthagency #HomeHealth

The final rule for HH PPS was released last Friday. There is a lot to take in so the full rule and the CMS fact sheet is included here. eepurl.com/i3ty7c #homehealthagency #homehealthcare #homehealth

Interesting study shows inconsistencies in quality reporting and care provided following a CHOW (Change of Ownership) in HH. Beware of "revenue boosting" schemes and policies of potential partners. mailchi.mp/valuebeyondthe… #homehealthagency #homehealthcare #HomeHealth

Webinar tomorrow 11/7/24 at 2pm EST by NAHC on the 2025 HH PPS Final Rule. Make sure to register for recording even if you cannot make live session. mailchi.mp/valuebeyondthe… #homehealthagency #homehealthcare #HomeHealth