Home Health Line
02/26/2026
Publicly reported data include the percentage of patients who responded with “Definitely yes” when asked if they would definitely recommend the home health agency to friends and family. National averages rarely move, but state averages on this measure do go up and down quarterly.
02/19/2026
Build business associate agreements — from the start — with an eye toward the worst-case scenario so that you’re not left holding the bill for patient notifications and other regulatory requirements in the event of a data breach.
02/19/2026
An annual report to Congress notes common HIPAA deficiencies and vulnerabilities to Electronic Protected Health Information. Plus, top questions and answers on business associate agreements.
02/19/2026
Newer state rules dramatically compress timelines and raise the stakes. Reporting obligations don’t come from a single place.
02/19/2026
A clinical pathway can improve outcomes for COPD patients by standardizing teaching, treatment and respiratory assessment utilizing OASIS guidance.
02/19/2026
Admission source is directly tied to reimbursement rates under Medicare, but it’s also an important factor in the level of care needed and type of resources your patients require for success.
02/19/2026
Agencies nationally continue to show improvement on dyspnea.
02/12/2026
Speed up your referral and intake processes with artificial intelligence. You can make quick, well-informed decisions with fewer delays in care while boosting your standing among referral partners.
02/12/2026
Make a clear argument that partnering with your agency is worth paying a little bit more when it’s time to renegotiate rates and terms with Medicare Advantage payors.
02/12/2026
The waiver around home health certification continues as previously allowed. New limitations were added to the waiver for hospice use of face-to-face encounters.

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