Breaking News: $100 Billion Emergency Fund Distribution Begins
CMS plans to release the first $30 billion of the emergency funds as early as today (Friday, April 10, 2020) via electronic payment
to providers’ bank accounts.
$100 Billion Infusion of Medicare Dollars to Begin as Early as Today!
Posted on: April 10, 2020
Solutions for HHAs Amidst COVID-19 + PDGM
Posted on: April 9, 2020
Virtual Symposium for Healthcare Leaders RE COVID-19
Posted on: April 6, 2020
HealthPRO Heritage has pulled together what promises to be a rich discussion between several thought-leaders to share perspective & best practices developed thus far in the response efforts to COVID-19. This is in collaboration with: CliftonLarsonAllen, MatrixCare, Johnson Kendall & Johnson, Net Health, and Ziegler.
Read MoreHealthcare Leaders: SNF/Hospital Partnerships Amidst COVID-19 Crisis
Posted on: April 2, 2020
Skilled nursing facility operators must recognize that partnerships with hospitals have never been more important than now. HealthPRO Heritage offers strategy & tangible resources to support efforts to collaborate with local hospitals amidst the COVID-19 crisis.
Read MoreHealthcare + Finance Leaders: Reimbursement/Cash Flow Strategies
Posted on: April 1, 2020
1. New Survey Guidance
In response to the national emergency declaration as a result of COVID-19, CMS has recently issued a new memorandum to State Survey Agency Directors. For a 3-week time period only, beginning 3/20/20, the following survey types will be prioritized:
Home Health & CMS COVID-19 Flexibilities: Read the Fine Print
Posted on: April 1, 2020
Currently home health agencies are fighting to stay productive and profitable in the PDGM operating environment, now compounded by the COVID-19 national emergency. While this week’s CMS COVID-19 rulings feature many great new proposals, home health agencies may remain feeling somewhat puzzled about the practical implications of what was actually released. HealthPRO-Heritage is here to help break down the confusion. The below chart provides insight on what these new proposals actually mean for home health agencies going forward. Here is what we know so far:
Read MoreSenior Living Leaders: Hospital & SNF Partnerships Amidst COVID-19 Crisis
Posted on: March 31, 2020
Senior Living communities must recognize that partnerships with local hospitals & SNFs have never been more important. HealthPRO Heritage offers strategy & tangible resources to support Senior Living Leaders' efforts to collaborate with hospital and SNF partners during the COVID-19 crisis.
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Your COVID-19 Response: Leveraging Part-B In-Home Therapy + Updates RE: Virtual Visits for Rehab
Posted on: March 30, 2020
Did you miss NetHealth’s webinar last weeK? The topic resonated with the industry; 2000+ providers registered to attend + ~75 questions logged during the FAQ.
Discussion focused on the advantages of / and considerations for multiple Medicare Part B service models: in-clinic; at home; virtual visits.
Here are the highlights!
Read MoreCMS Authorizes COVID-19 Accelerated and Advanced Medicare Payments to Qualifying Providers
Posted on: March 30, 2020
CMS provided notice of the expansion of its Accelerated and Advanced Payment Program for qualifying Medicare participating providers to ensure liquidity throughout the COVID-19 crisis. The Program enables qualifying Medicare providers to receive an advance worth 3 months of average billings.
Read MoreFrom the Home Health Frontlines: Tips & Trends Amidst COVID-19 Crisis
Posted on: March 30, 2020
Fifteen-year home health therapist and Vice President of Clinical Strategies for HealthPRO Heritage at Home, Jason L. Sasser, shares best practices and perspective on what the COVID-19 crisis means for home health providers during his interview for The Strategy Academy podcast series. Highlights from that discussion are summarized here:
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