Watch our free on-demand webinars featuring industry-leading consultants. You’ll learn about relevant and timely topics to support home health, hospice and behavioral health care teams with the knowledge required for success in a heavily regulated field of care.
In this must-attend webinar, Eric Scharber, Executive Vice President at SimiTree and founder of Exact Recruiting (now SimiTree Talent Solutions), will share what’s worked, what HASN’T, and what the future holds for hiring in healthcare. Learn the strategies that have made SimiTree a true success story in recruitment and placement with team members who have been with us for over 10 years! Key Takeaways:
• The top hiring mistakes agencies make—and how to avoid them
• Proven strategies to attract and retain high-performing talent
• How to reduce turnover and boost employee engagement
• The state of the workforce in 2025 and what it means for your hiring strategy
• Actionable tips to build a sustainable, future-ready team
Join Mike Simione, MBA, VP of Post-Acute Data Analytics, and Mike Brents, PT, DPT, MHA, Managing Director, Technology Consulting, for an inside look at VBP IQ, the powerful new solution designed to help home health agencies optimize Value-Based Purchasing (VBP) performance. In this session, you’ll see firsthand how VBP IQ provides real-time insights into clinician performance, outcome measures, and revenue impact—allowing you to identify areas for improvement, set data-driven goals, and maximize financial performance. Learn how this solution simplifies decision-making and delivers measurable ROI.
Mike and Mike will provide real-world use-case scenarios of how SimiTree’s current clients have utilized this solution to drive VBP performance improvement. Through the utilization of VBP IQ throughout 2024, SimiTree’s clients are projected to improve their VBP adjustment by an average of 1.5%. In this session, you’ll see firsthand how VBP IQ provides real-time insights into clinician performance, outcome measures, and revenue impact—allowing agencies to identify areas for improvement, set data-driven goals, and maximize financial performance.
Learn how this solution simplifies decision-making and delivers measurable ROI. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain a competitive edge in VBP.
DescriptionJoin us for an expert-led webinar featuring Michael Simione, MBA, VP of Post-Acute Data Analytics, and Maureen Kelleher, RN, MBA, Senior Manager, Consulting, as they break down the proposed 2026 hospice rule and its potential impact. Key discussion points will include:
– Payment Updates: Analysis of proposed adjustments to hospice base rates and capitation payments.
– Quality Reporting: Proposed changes to metrics and reporting procedures, and how they may affect care delivery.
– Patient Care Impacts: Insights on potential changes in daily hospice services and patient care.
– HOPE-based Measures: Updates on implementation and expectations. This session is designed to help hospice providers, clinicians, and administrators prepare for the coming year. Don’t miss this opportunity to ask questions and stay informed on critical industry changes.
Join us for an informative session designed to demystify the complex world of behavioral health billing. Whether you’re a mental health practitioner, practice manager, or billing specialist, this comprehensive webinar will equip you with the fundamental knowledge needed to optimize your billing processes and maximize reimbursements.
What you’ll learn:
What does the HOPE tool look like? How will it change what we are doing now? What do I need to know about the timing of the assessments, and what do I need to remember? This webinar, led by SimiTree’s Claudia Baker, RN, MHA, HCS-D, HCS-O, and Maureen E. Kelleher, RN, MBA, provides an in-depth look at what the HOPE tool entails, how it changes current processes, and strategies for successful implementation. We cover:
Join us for an insightful session on leveraging PDGM analysis to enhance your agency’s financial performance and patient outcomes. Led by Emily Hobbs, RN, MHA, BSN, HCS-C, HCS-D, HCS-H, HCS-O, this webinar will cover:
Practical steps to implement PDGM analysis effectively.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain actionable insights and drive measurable improvements in your agency.
Are you ready for the shift toward managed care? Join us for an in-depth webinar designed to equip home health and hospice providers with the tools and insights needed to thrive in the transition from Traditional Medicare to Medicare Advantage. Key Takeaways:
– Current and Future Trends: Understand the present and projected state of managed care and what it means for your organization.
– Strategic Preparation: Learn how to adapt staffing models and address financial implications to stay ahead of the curve. – Rate Negotiation Mastery: Discover effective Medicare Advantage rate negotiation strategies, including aligning with payor objectives and crafting competitive applications.
– Compliance Essentials: Explore why payor-specific billing requirements and compliance considerations are critical for your success.
– Best Practices for Contract Management: Implement proven strategies to streamline payer contract management and maximize outcomes.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain actionable insights and ensure your organization is well-positioned for success in the shifting managed care environment. Featured Presenter: Michelle Stone-Smith, MBA Director, Financial Consulting, SimiTree With extensive expertise in managed care, Michelle brings valuable insights from her experience helping agencies navigate the complexities of Medicare Advantage contracting and operations.
About this webinar:
Join us for a practical, results-focused session where we’ll show you how top-performing agencies are maximizing their VBP payment adjustments in 2025 and beyond. Learn how to protect your agency from a potential -5% Medicare payment reduction while identifying both opportunities and strategies for improvement.
In this 30-minute webinar, you’ll discover:
· The critical VBP metrics that directly impact your bottom line starting in 2025
· Real examples of how agencies can transform their data into revenue growth
· A live demonstration of VBP IQ’s streamlined analysis what can be an overwhelming amount of quality data, it’s revenue forecasting capabilities, as well it’s clinician level detailed performance review
· Practical steps to start improving your scores within weeks, not months
Perfect for: Home Health administrators, clinical managers, quality improvement teams, and financial staff who want to stop drowning in VBP data and start driving results.
Presenters: Join SimiTree Data Analytics leaders and creators of VBP IQ:
· Mike Simione, MBA, VP of Post-Acute Data Analytics
· Mike Brents, PT, DPT, MHA, Managing Director, Technology Consulting
