NAHC Report
Expanded HHVBP Model Update
There are two (2) versions of the quarterly IPRs: a Preliminary IPR and a Final IPR. The Preliminary IPR provides an HHA with an opportunity to submit a recalculation request for applicable measures and interim performance scores if the agency believes there is evidence of a discrepancy in the calculation. Please note, the recalculation request […]
Read MoreCMS Finalizes More Change to Provider Enrollment
On November 2, 2023, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issued the CY 2024 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule final rule. In the rule, CMS finalized several changes to the Medicare provider enrollment requirements that apply to all provider types,including home health and hospice providers. Below is a summary of the Medicare provider enrollment […]
Read MoreMACPAC Examines Medicaid HCBS Policy and Payment
On Friday, November 3rd, the Medicaid and CHIP Payment and Access Commission discussed two important issues related to home and community-based services (HCBS). First, the Commission examined the statutory and regulatory requirements placed on the variety of HCBS authorities, including 1915(c) waivers, 1915(i), 1915(k), and 1915(j). The discussion focused on how the requirements, such as […]
Read MoreTomorrow! CMS Hospice November Forum
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) will host a webinar on Tuesday, November 14 from 1:00 – 2:00 P.M. ET to share hospice-related updates around the Calendar Year (CY) 2024 Medicare Home Health Prospective Payment System (HH PS) Final Rule published on November 1. CMS will discuss the following topics during the webinar: […]
Read MoreHome Care & Hospice Month: Our Veterans
On November 11 the United States honors its veterans with Veterans Day, a national holiday. However, making sure our veterans receive the care and recognition they have earned should involve a lot more than a federal holiday in the second week of November. Those who have made great sacrifices deserve proper care when they come […]
Read More2023 Home Care Chartbook, Illustrates New and Changing Trends in Home Care
The Research Institute for Home Care (RIHC or the Institute) and the National Association for Home Care & Hospice (NAHC) are excited to announce the release of the 2023 RIHC Home Care Chartbook. Highlighting the vital role home care plays in caring for an aging demographic, the Chartbook provides a look at the patients being served […]
Read MoreNLRB Expands Definition of “Joint Employer” Yet Again
The National Labor Relations Board (“Board”) published its final rule in the Federal Register, which has the effect of greatly expanding who may be considered a “joint employer” under the National Labor Relations Act (“Act”). Under the final rule published October 27, 2023, two or more companies are considered “joint employers” of particular employees if […]
Read MoreTODAY! Value-Based Insurance Design Hospice Provider Webinar & Updates
The Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation’s (CMMI) Value-Based Insurance Design (VBID) Model team will host a Hospice Provider Webinar on November 9, 2023 at 3:00pm ET. To register for the webinar, please visit the registration page. During this webinar, presenters will provide key information and policies for the upcoming Calendar Year (CY) 2024 of […]
Read MoreSafety Matters: Protecting Home Care Workers from Violence
Although not a new problem, violence against home care workers has seen an increase in recent years. Join us for an informative panel discussion on the crucial topic of safeguarding home care workers from violence within the homes they serve. This timely webinar brings together three expert speakers who will share their knowledge, experiences, and […]
Read MoreCMS Finalizes Rules Governing Use of MFT/MHCs on Hospice IDG and Part D Electronic Prescribing Policies
On November 2, 2023, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) finalized rules related to CY2024 Payments to Physicians under Medicare. The rule contains several provisions of potential impact to members of the home health and hospice community, including: The final physician payment rule also contains provider enrollment and other changes that will be […]
Read MoreExpanded Home Health Value-Based Purchasing (HHVBP) Model Update
The HHVBP Newsletter provides home health agencies (HHAs) with the latest information about the expanded HHVBP Model as well as important tools, news, and timely insights from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the HHVBP Model Technical Assistance (TA) Team. Please consider sharing this newsletter within your organization. Information in this edition […]
Read MoreMedPAC Discusses Ambitious Hospice Workplan
The Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) has a long history of examining the Medicare Hospice Benefit and over the years has made multiple recommendations that have resulted in hospice payment and policy changes. During its November meeting, the Commission discussed four hospice projects that it intends to pursue over the coming years. The projects are […]
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