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Alora Healthcare Systems Earns ACHC Product Certification for Home Health, Home Care, and Hospice Software.This trilogy of ACHC certifications affirms that Alora’s solutions across the care spectrum meet ACHC’s rigorous standards for functionality, compliance, and quality improvement. The evaluation process included an in-depth review of...
In hospice, care coordination is more than a clinical priority. It directly affects regulatory compliance, reimbursement, patient satisfaction, and staff retention. Well-coordinated teams respond faster to patient needs, prevent avoidable hospitalizations, and create a smoother experience for caregivers. With technology, including AI, predictive analytics, and...
With many options available, choosing the right hospice EMR solution requires careful evaluation. Below are the most important factors to consider when selecting hospice software, followed by information on which Hospice Software is the preferred choice for agencies nationwide....
With limited staff and resources, small agencies often face unique challenges. These challenges include maintaining compliance, documenting care accurately, coordinating interdisciplinary teams, and billing correctly, all while attempting to deliver deeply personal end-of-life care. The right hospice software can ease this burden and become a...
CMS requires hospice providers to submit Medicare Cost Reports to their MAC each year. Failure to comply with cost reporting requirements can result in suspension of payments, interest penalties, or potentially the loss of Medicare certification. The report is used by CMS to determine...
Effective policies and procedures form the backbone of high-performing hospice organizations. They provide the framework for regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and quality patient care. Without well-defined policies, hospices risk regulatory violations, inconsistent service delivery, and liability exposure—all of which can threaten financial stability and reputation....
As hospice care has evolved, so has a regulatory framework to ensure that hospice services meet certain standards. Two key components of this framework are the Conditions of Participation (CoP) and the Conditions for Payment (CfP). They serve different purposes and have different implications for...
Most industry experts recognize the value of partnerships between private-duty home care agencies and hospice companies. The collaboration makes business sense and also improves quality of life and patient outcomes. However, an ever-changing market means the dynamics associated with these arrangements are constantly in flux....
Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) takes a systematic and ongoing approach to improving the quality of services an organization provides. CQI recognizes quality as an ongoing pursuit, not a point in time achievement. As the overall healthcare industry experiences increasing demand for personalized, high-quality care,...
As hospice leaders strive to increase admissions, they must employ various strategies to attract a steady stream of hospice referrals. In a competitive market, hospice executives continuously seek innovative strategies to expand their reach. As demand for end-of-life care continues to rise, hospice providers must...