How To Improve HOPE Assessment Documentation for Hospice
The introduction of HOPE assessment documentation is set to change hospice reporting. It will replace the current Hospice Item Set (HIS) on October 1, 2025. This shift fundamentally changes how hospice providers assess, document and report patient care. Unlike HIS, which only required data collection at admission and discharge, the HOPE tool demands ongoing assessments […]
Top KPIs Every Home Health Agency Should Monitor
Success in home health care comes down to data. Running a home health agency without tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) is like driving without a map. Data-driven decisions shape patient outcomes, workforce efficiency and financial stability. The agencies that do well are the ones that identify, monitor and adapt based on measurable home health benchmarks. […]
Hospice Nurse Visit Frequency, Requirements and Regulations for Quality Care
Hospice care involves comfort, dignity and quality of life during a person’s final stages. The hospice medicare benefit has outlined nurse visit requirements and frequency standards to help ensure that hospices meet acceptable levels of care for patients and their families during this difficult transition. These visits are the foundation of effective hospice services, addressing […]
Hospice Documentation Checklist For Care Management
Hospice care is a compassionate service requiring a balance of empathy and precision. Providers must meet the physical and emotional needs of terminally ill patients. Providers also have to handle documentation that demonstrates consistent care, regulatory compliance and timely reimbursements. A hospice documentation checklist is an indispensable tool in this process. It serves as a […]
Major Hospice Agency Problems in 2025 and How Technology Can Help
Hospice agencies are encountering significant challenges and opportunities in 2025. There are many challenges, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. From severe workforce shortages to increasing operational costs, hospice care providers struggle to deliver the holistic services patients and their families deserve. Late referrals, rising regulatory scrutiny and the financial strain of inflation are compounding […]
Hospice Medicare Billing Cheat Sheet For Providers
Hospice Medicare billing requires precision, expertise and the right resources. Each claim involves multiple codes, regulations and timelines. All of these must align perfectly to secure accurate reimbursements. Homecare Homebase’s cheat sheet for hospice and Medicare billing offers providers insights. We provide actionable guidance to simplify your workflows and enhance accuracy. The process can feel […]
What Makes the Best Hospice Software?
Behind every compassionate interaction, there’s an entire ecosystem of care coordination, compliance checks and operational logistics. Without the right tools, these components can become barriers. It can distract from what truly matters: the patient and their family. Hospice care is unlike any other form of healthcare. It involves dignity, comfort and connection during life’s final […]
Hospice Care Rules and Regulations For 2025
Hospice care in 2025 is changing under new rules, regulations and protocols. These rules aim to enhance patient care, improve operational efficiency and address industry challenges. These hospice care rules and regulations changes are detailed in the 2025 Hospice Final Rule, which takes effect on October 1, 2025. They impact payment structures, quality reporting and […]
How To Choose The Best EMR Software For Home Healthcare
Knowing how to choose the best EMR software for home healthcare is key to optimizing operations, easing workflows, and improving patient outcomes.
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