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What home health agencies need to know about EVV in Iowa Faqs, information, implementation, & facts about Iowa Electronic Visit Verification What exactly are the facts and deadlines surrounding EVV in the state of Iowa? Has Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) already begun there for all agency types? How do the 21st Century Cures Act (The Act) requirements overlap with Iowa's requirements? In this homecare blog, we'll cover everything you need to know about Iowa EVV and how to make sure your agency stays on top of compliance. The start of EVV in Iowa Per the 21st Century Cures act, Iowa's somewhat delayed implementation of Electronic Visit Verification (EVV), much like on the national level was meant to ensure accuracy and reduce fraud.   EVV in the state is required for Personal Care Services (PCS) and Home Health Care Services (HHCS). The state selected Carebridge as their official aggregator system, however, agencies are free to use any approved Iowa EVV system so

Onboarding and Training for Home Health Agencies Tips In today's healthcare landscape, home healthcare is playing an increasingly vital role in the lives of millions of individuals who require assistance with their medical needs in the comfort of their own homes. As the demand for home health services continues to grow, it is imperative that home health agencies provide high-quality care to their patients. A crucial component of delivering quality care is ensuring that your agency's onboarding and training courses for home health professionals are up to par. Your nurses, aides, admins, and therapists play a critical role in improving the quality of life for patients who need ongoing medical care outside of a hospital or clinic. These individuals are responsible for delivering a wide range of healthcare services, from administering medication to monitoring vital signs and providing emotional support. Given the unique challenges and responsibilities associated with home healt

 Exploring the changes in home health care post-pandemic The COVID-19 pandemic changed the industry of home healthcare. While home care has always been essential, the pandemic's arrival brought that need to the forefront of many day-to-day lives. Social distancing requirements, lockdowns, caregiver shortages , and the heightened vulnerability of those with chronic conditions severely stressed the flexibility and durability of the home health industry. So what became the biggest components of the “New Normal” for home health care? 1.      The rise of Tele-health One of the most remarkable transformations in post-COVID home health care is the huge surge in telemedicine. As hospitals became overwhelmed and lockdown measures increased, patients and healthcare providers turned to technology such as home health software , digital platforms for medical consultations, and EHR systems, leading to a tremendous increase in these services. Telemedicine became a lifeline for providing remot

Cooperation between agencies and family members can make homecare easier for all Family caregivers can be an important part of an effective home health agency’s care plans for any homebound patient. Considering their needs, training, and capacity when you are working with a family member in taking care of a patient, can go a long way to successful outcomes. In this blog, we will provide the top tips to help family members help you, in caring for your home health patients. When you are receiving an inquiry call from a family member of someone needing care, you are likely talking to a central figure in the family who has taken on the most responsibility as their current primary caregiver. Based on AARP statistics there are more than 53 million caregivers providing unpaid and often untrained care to a loved one in the United States. As a professional agency with qualified nurses and caregivers (or sometimes trained home health aides, they are relying on you to help close the gap. The

State-by-State Guide to EVV Software Systems As the home healthcare industry grows more complex, technology continues to play a crucial role in its evolution. The Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) mandate stands as a landmark decision in home health care, aiming to streamline processes and guarantee the delivery of high-quality care. The crux of this mandate lies in adopting robust EVV system that seamlessly integrates with the agency workflow. This article will explore the EVV mandate by state and discuss the pivotal role that well-integrated EVV software plays for home health care agencies. EVV Aggregators by State As per the Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) system introduced under the 21st Century Cures Act, each state in the United States is required to select an EVV model, and most states have chosen an open model with an EVV aggregator. These aggregators are essentially data intermediaries that collect information from various EVV vendors and submit it to the state.

Top Strategies to Operate a Successful Hospice Care Agency When it comes to running a hospice care agency, success goes far beyond financial gains and numbers. A truly successful hospice agency embodies a higher purpose, centered around providing compassionate end-of-life care to patients and their families. In this blog, we'll explore key elements that contribute to building a thriving hospice agency. From nurturing a culture of empathy and excellence to picking the right Hospice Documentation Software and fostering strong community connections, this blog is intended to assist you in a strategy to create an organization that positively impacts lives during some of a patient’s most vulnerable moments. 1. A Culture of Compassion: At the heart of every successful hospice agency lies a deep commitment to compassion. This starts with hiring and training staff who possess both the technical skills and the emotional intelligence required to provide exceptional care. A compassionate