Long-term care association LeadingAge — behind only AARP and, perhaps, a handful of other organizations when it comes to tackling aging issues in the United States — may soon become an even bigger player in the home-based care arena. Washington, D.C.-based LeadingAge unveiled plans in February to join forces with the Visiting Nurse Associations of […]
Tracey Moorhead has resigned as president and CEO of the Visiting Nurse Associations of America (VNAA) and ElevatingHome. Danielle Pierotti, RN, PhD, CENP, vice president of quality and research, has stepped into the role of interim CEO. VNAA is an industry association and advocacy group for home-based care with a membership base of not-for-profit […]
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Home health care isn’t getting the full recognition of its value from payers and regulators, according to advocates and stakeholders. That’s why the home health care industry’s newest association is promoting the value of in-home care as a top priority, while also seeking to establish a firm footing almost year after launching. ElevatingHome, which spun […]
The home health care industry has seen consistent reimbursement cuts over the last several years, forcing providers to adapt. There are several reasons regulators and lawmakers think home health can get by with less, but overcoming stigmas about the industry and thinking like an economist can help boost home health’s reputation. “It’s hard to have […]
Palliative care is seeing rising interest and demand, but one of the biggest obstacles to providing it is determining a funding source. For now, palliative care is most often covered when providers are part of a hospital or health system. With the help of a grant-funded program from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services […]
Happy Monday, dear Home Health Care News readers. We’re back after a few days in Washington, D.C. at the National Leadership Conference, put on by the Visiting Nurses Association of America (VNAA), ElevatingHome and the Alliance for Home Health Quality and Innovation. We’ll be bringing you more coverage from the conference this week. Take a […]
With the Republican health care plan awaiting its day for a vote, home health care providers are determining how the bill will impact Americans—and their businesses. The biggest outcry from the home health care industry has been about the significant cuts to the Medicaid program, estimated to be more than $800 billion in the House version […]
It feels like summertime here in our home base of Chicago. To kick off another gorgeous-looking week, take a minute to read our Monday Briefing and stay up to date on the latest news in the industry. Last week, HHCN caught up with Mark Baiada, president and founder of Bayada Home Health Care, to hear […]
While value-based purchasing has experienced some pushback among some home health care advocacy groups, particularly in areas where it is now required, providers are well served to get on board and adapt to the changes. This was the message among a panel of industry leaders who spoke last month during the Visiting Nurse Associations of […]
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