Dave Totaro — chief government affairs officer of Bayada Home Health Care and president and executive director of Hearts for Home Care — plans to retire from these roles at the end of the year. “I had a mentor, who told me the most important thing in your career is timing,” Totaro told Home Health […]
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Home health providers are transforming patient care by incorporating specialized home health care initiatives, from pediatric support to dermatology and dental services. These innovative approaches aim to enhance safety, expand access and address workforce shortages, underscoring the evolving landscape of health care delivery in the home. Despite manifold benefits for patients and bottom-line benefits, regulatory […]
Leading home-based care providers announced new partnerships and strategic expansions this month in an effort to efficiently and cost-effectively provide care for the growing aging population in the U.S. HomeCentris Healthcare acquires Family First Healthcare HomeCentris Healthcare has acquired Family First Home Healthcare. The deal closed on April 3, and HomeCentris has begun integrating the […]
Several notable home-based care organizations have announced key leadership appointments aimed at driving growth and innovation. Alliance Homecare appoints new CRO Alliance Homecare appointed Kaci Scheuler as chief revenue officer. Scheuler will lead the company’s revenue-generating initiatives, including business development, sales strategy and market expansion. Scheuler is also tasked with driving the continued growth of […]
In its 50th year in operation, Bayada is laser-focused on organic growth, developing its workforce and enhancing relationships within the communities it serves. From its beginnings as a family-owned business in Philadelphia, Bayada has grown into a global home health care company with over 33,000 employees in 22 states and six countries. In 2024, they […]
Vice President Kamala Harris proposed a Medicare home care benefit earlier this month. Some found the proposal innovative and exciting, others found it unrealistic and potentially costly. Many in between found it well intentioned, but wanted to hear further details. But more broadly, Harris’ proposal evoked an interesting conversation, at least in my mind. Who […]
Home health care has some hardwired challenges. But there are also other challenges that can be overcome, that can be largely erased in the future. Artificial intelligence’s capabilities, for example, are cause for hope. The same goes for value-based care opportunities. Unlocking those opportunities is going to take time, effort and focus. Home Health Care […]
As home health organizations fight for a margin in tough labor and payment environments, they are increasingly seeking ways to help employees practice at the top of their licenses. By applying top-of-license assignments in organizations, less complex work is handed off to the level below. This allows organizations to see more patients, bill for more […]
Mental and physical health are vital components of overall wellbeing and can influence each other in many ways. Yet, individuals with mental health conditions may encounter challenges in accessing adequate health care, which can impede their ability to manage their physical health. Home health care providers, however, are increasingly stepping in to bridge this gap. […]
As more home health providers participate in value-based care arrangements, leaders are learning what works, and what falls flat. Enhabit Inc. (NYSE: EHAB) has been active in the value-based care space. The company has a small – but growing – number of value-based contracts on the Medicare Advantage (MA) side, as well as Accountable Care […]


