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This months edition of our blog, Embracing the Transition, is all about understanding discharges from hospice care. 🩺🧠 #hospicecare #palliativecare #healthcare #blog https://lnkd.in/gQTjyV3h

Breaking News in Hospice Care: The Hospice CARE Act 🏥 Congressman Earl Blumenauer has introduced the Hospice CARE Act, proposing the most significant overhaul of Medicare hospice benefits since 1982. Key points include: - Aims to modernize the hospice system - Targets payment structures, program integrity, and quality care - Designed to protect patients and safeguard taxpayer dollars As a hospice provider, staying informed is crucial. Learn how SimiTree can help you navigate these changes and optimize your operations. Read our blog now: https://bit.ly/3Y4P7kK #HospiceCAREAct #MedicareHospiceBenefit #HospiceReform #HospiceCare #MedicareReform #HospiceConsulting #HealthcarePolicy #SimiTree

Does Medicare Pay for Hospice? Understanding the intricacies of Medicare coverage is essential, yet the topic of hospice care often remains overlooked. Hospice, a compassionate end-of-life care option for terminally ill patients, can significantly improve quality of life by reducing unnecessary treatments and hospitalizations. Despite its benefits, many families opt for hospice only at the last minute, missing out on its full potential. In her recent Forbes article (https://lnkd.in/gFzjzDNX), my 65 Incorporated Co-founder Diane Omdahl delves into the essentials of #hospice care, from its history and operational framework to cost-sharing specifics under Medicare. It also highlights the support available for caregivers and discusses recent changes in #MedicareAdvantage plans regarding hospice services. By shedding light on these critical topics, the article aims to equip readers with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions about end-of-life care. #hospice #medicare #endoflife #medicareadvantage

The truth is, hospice is all about living — getting patients to live out their final days as comfortably, peacefully, and happily as possible. There are also a vast number of benefits for family members who trust hospice workers to care for their loved ones. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eFMCgqnz #hospicecare #kansashospice #kansascityhospice #kchospice #benefitsofhospice

Tip for Hospice Leaders: in a prior video I talked about how over the last few years we have seen a dramatic increase in the number of live discharges, from 1-2 a year, to 1-2 a month in many places. CMS is paying close attention to live discharges, which could leave an agency vulnerable to increased audits. Below are a few things you can do to decrease the number of revocations, or patient initiated live discharges: 1. Manageable Caseloads: this allows your team to spend the time needed with the patient and caregiver to build trust, and to pick up on subtle cues that the patient may revoke. 2. Schedule visits on high risk patients so someone from the hospice is seeing the patient every day (or at least 4x a week). 3. Only readmit a patient one time. If they revoke again, don’t readmit before sitting down with the patient and family to ensure they are emotionally ready for hospice. To learn more about our hospice support services, visit my website at: www.AmityStaffing.com #tipsforhospiceleaders #hospice #hospicedon #shelleyhenry #amity #live #discharges #hospiceowner #executive #executivedirector #caseload #ratios #savemoney #reduceexpenses #tipsforhospicenurses #forhospicenurses #hospicenurse #survey

The Common Myths of Hospice: Hospice Care is Expensive A common myth about hospice care is that it is expensive. However, most people who use hospice are over 65 and qualify for the Medicare Hospice Benefit. This benefit covers nearly all hospice services and requires little to no out-of-pocket costs. This means there are no financial burdens on the family, unlike the significant expenses often incurred at the end of life without hospice care. 💸 Interested in learning more or need support? We're here to help you understand your options and provide compassionate care. 💙📞 #HospiceCare #HospiceMyths #SerenityHospice #BastropTX #MedicareBenefit #EndOfLifeCare #CompassionateCare #HealthcareEducation #ContactUsToday

🌟 **Enhancing Hospice Care with Health Navigators and End-of-Life Doulas** 🌟 Health navigators and end-of-life doulas are transforming hospice care by providing holistic, compassionate support to patients and their families. **Health Navigators**: - Guide patients through the healthcare system. - Coordinate care and manage appointments. - Develop personalized care plans. **End-of-Life Doulas**: - Offer emotional and spiritual support. - Facilitate meaningful end-of-life experiences. - Educate and support families through the process. Together, they ensure that patients live their final days with dignity, comfort, and peace, making a profound difference in the hospice journey. #HospiceCare #PatientSupport #HealthcareNavigators #EndOfLifeDoulas #CompassionateCare This concise post highlights the key benefits of incorporating health navigators and end-of-life doulas into hospice care. Hospice organization, should embrace healthcare, navigators, and end of life Doulas, as it will change the way their hospice patients view the process.

Tip for Hospice Leaders: in a prior video I talked about how over the last few years we have seen a dramatic increase in the number of live discharges, from 1-2 a year, to 1-2 a month in many places. CMS is paying close attention to live discharges, which could leave an agency vulnerable to increased audits. Below are a few things you can do to decrease the number of revocations, or patient initiated live discharges: 1. Manageable Caseloads: this allows your team to spend the time needed with the patient and caregiver to build trust, and to pick up on subtle cues that the patient may revoke. 2. Schedule visits on high risk patients so someone from the hospice is seeing the patient every day (or at least 4x a week). 3. Only readmit a patient one time. If they revoke again, don’t readmit before sitting down with the patient and family to ensure they are emotionally ready for hospice. To learn more about our hospice support services, visit my website at: www.AmityStaffing.com #tipsforhospiceleaders #hospice #hospicedon #shelleyhenry #amity #live #discharges #hospiceowner #executive #executivedirector #caseload #ratios #savemoney #reduceexpenses #tipsforhospicenurses #forhospicenurses #hospicenurse #survey

Understanding Hospice vs Palliative Care 💙  Swipe left to discover the differences between these two crucial approaches in end-of-life care. By providing compassionate support, personalized treatment, and enhanced quality of life, these services can make a world of difference for patients and their families. 🤝🌟  #homehealthcareagency #homehealthcareservice #homehealthcarenurse #homehealthcareservices #homehealthcareprovider #hospicelife #houstonnurses #homecareagency

As more and more people learn about the benefits of enrolling in a hospice program for end-of-life care, the number of people choosing to die at home has also risen. Studies show that those who die at home are more likely to have a better, more peaceful transition than those who die in the hospital. If you’re unsure whether receiving end-of-life care at home is right for you, here are some things to consider. Read More: https://lnkd.in/gp5uUstY #EndOfLifeCare #EOL #AdvancedPlanning #HospiceCare