Act Now to Save Telehealth!

“Telehealth Not Safe: In the midst of much speculation, we must be clear: no bill has passed Congress to extend current telehealth flexibilities for hospice and home care providers. While a bill text was released earlier this week containing those extensions, that bill has not moved. There is no agreement on that text or timeline […]

HHS Finalizes HTI-2 Rule Advancing Interoperability through TEFCA

On December 11, 2024, the Assistant Secretary for Technology Policy (ASTP) at the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) released the Health Data, Technology, and Interoperability: Trusted Exchange Framework and Common Agreement (HTI-2) Final Rule. This rule aims to advance interoperability and enhance the access, exchange, and use of electronic health information through the […]

OIG Audit Reveals Gaps in OCR’s HIPAA Audit Program

On November 25, 2024, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Office of Inspector General (OIG) published findings from an audit of the Office for Civil Rights’ (OCR) HIPAA Audit Program. The report highlights significant shortcomings in OCR’s implementation and oversight of the program, raising concerns about the protection of electronic protected health […]

CMS Clarifies Data Changes on OASIS submission

In light of a recent data breach that could compromise a beneficiary’s MBI, the Alliance submitted to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) the following question. Following the question is CMS’ response. Below is from the Medicare Claims Processing Manual, chapter 10, section 10.1.19 – Payment Adjustments – Applying OASIS Assessment Items to […]

Safeguarding Health Information: Building Assurance Through HIPAA Security Conference

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Office for Civil Rights (OCR) and the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Information Technology Laboratory (ITL) are excited to announce the return of the Safeguarding Health Information Conference: Building Assurance through HIPAA Security Conference for October 2024. After a 5-year absence, the conference is returning […]

Technology Education at the 2024 Home Care and Hospice Conference and Expo

The 2024 Home Care and Hospice Conference and Expo will feature over 50 educational sessions, each one led by recognized experts in their field who are up to date on the latest developments in home health, home care, hospice, and palliative care. From clinical to financial, this conference has you covered. Let’s look at some of […]

Hospices’ Future is ‘High-Tech’

Bill Dombi to All Technology Leaders: Apply Now for the HCTAC Summit

Are you passionate about revolutionizing the home care industry through technology? NAHC is looking for applicants for participation in the upcoming Home Care Technology Advisory Council (HCTAC) Summit, a pioneering event dedicated to exploring and advancing the intersection of technology and home-based care. As the inaugural HCTAC summit in what is planned to be an […]

Tomorrow! How Home Care & Hospice Agencies Are Using Artificial Intelligence (AI) Right Now

What are home health and hospice agencies doing right now to utilize artificial intelligence? See how Amedisys is dramatically reducing overall QA time and energy by using artificial intelligence. Speakers Price

Legal & Regulatory Pitfalls for Artificial Intelligence (AI)

While the technology and promise behind artificial intelligence is exciting, it is essential that home health and hospice agencies stay compliant with government regulations, including patient privacy laws. This webinar will help you move your agency forward while keeping you up to date on the latest rules and regulations from Washington, DC, so that you […]

AI Webinar Series, Part 3: Ways Home Care & Hospice Agencies are Using Artificial Intelligence Right Now

What are home health and hospice agencies doing right now to utilize artificial intelligence? See how Amedisys is dramatically reducing overall QA time and energy by using artificial intelligence. Speakers Price Part One | Part Two | Part 3

CMS OASIS Technical Info Call for Software Vendors, Developers

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will host an OASIS technical informational call for Software Vendors and Developers on Tuesday, April 30, 2024. CMS strongly recommends that all HHA vendors attend this call.  This vendor call will cover topics such as: -OASIS-E1 Guidance Manual changes -OASIS-E1 Data Specifications (V3.01.0) effective January 1, 2025 […]