Top 3 Struggles with OASIS-E: How to overcome increased workload, new data sets, and more
Looking for ways to improve your home health agency's OASIS-E performance? From identifying common errors to implementing effective quality assurance measures, our expert tips and strategies will help you navigate the complexities of OASIS-E with confidence.
Preparing for Post-COVID: Changes to Behavioral Health Telehealth Services
The COVID-19 Public Health Emergency ended on May 11, 2023. Learn how this might impact behavioral health professionals who provide telehealth services.
CMS Expanded HHVBP Model: April 2023 PIPR Available in iQIES
The April 2023 Pre-Implementation Performance Report (PIPR) is available to download from the Internet Quality Improvement Evaluation System (iQIES).
How to increase my home care, home health, and hospice admissions quickly: Be great at hospice sales today
During the admissions process for home health, hospice, and home care agencies, there are several common problems that can make it difficult to close deals and get to "YES".
Consultant Spotlight: Meet Pam Wandrie, Coding and OASIS QA Specialist
For this Consultant Spotlight, we sat down with a member of SimiTree’s Coding and OASIS QA Specialist team. Pam Wandrie, M. A.
Maximizing Revenue and Growth: 3 Reasons your Home Health Agency needs SimiTree's PDGM Analysis
As we move further into 2023, it's becoming increasingly important for home health agencies to stay on top of changes in the Patient-Driven Groupings Model (PDGM) and adjust their practices…
Hospice Proposed Final Rule: Hospices to see payment increase in October
Hospice Proposed Final Rule: Hospices to see payment increase in OctoberThe proposed FY 2024 hospice payment rate update by CMS will likely significantly impact hospice agencies.
3 Ways EHR Technology is Changing Home Health, Hospice, and Behavioral Health Organizations
The healthcare industry is undergoing a significant transformation due to the adoption of Electronic Health Record (EHR) technology, with home health, hospice, and behavioral health organizations experiencing a notable impact.
Why Behavioral Health Staff Leave and How to Keep Them
Behavioral health staffing remains an ongoing challenge for substance use and mental health organizations of every size. But with the right strategy, your business can successfully retain behavioral health staff.