Statement from William A. Dombi, President of the National Association for Home Care & Hospice (NAHC) on Confirmation of Alex Azar as new Secretary of Health and Human Services
January 25, 2018
PRESS RELEASE |
For additional information:
Thomas Threlkeld |
Washington, D.C., January 24, 2018:
“We very much look forward to working with Secretary Azar to expand home care and hospice opportunities throughout Medicaid and Medicare. The value of community-based care has been repeatedly demonstrated over the years, as well as in many of the current innovations underway. Embracing this high value will improve overall care and bring significant efficiencies to programs under the new Secretary’s command.”
Please see the following NAHC Report articles for more information about Secretary Azar:
Alex Azar Picked as New Secretary of HHS
Trump’s HHS Appointee Sounds Friendly to Home Health During Senate Hearing
HHS Nominee Supports Advanced Care Planning, Mandatory Pilot Payment Programs
Senate Confirms Azar as new HHS Chief
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About: The National Association for Home Care & Hospice (NAHC) is the voice of home care and hospice. NAHC represents the nations 33,000 home care and hospice providers, along with the more than two million nurses, therapists, and aides they employ. These caregivers provide vital services to Americans who are aged, disabled, and ill. Some 12 million patients depend on home care and hospice providers, who depend on NAHC for the best in advocacy, education, and information. NAHC is a nonprofit organization that helps its members maintain the highest standards of care. To learn more about NAHC, visit www.nahc.org.
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