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Fixing A ‘Badly Broken Medical System’: Home Care Leaders Testify Before Congress On Post-Acute Care

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The hearing centered on concerns regarding proposed budget cuts to Medicaid and their potential impact on the quality of care patients receive in the future. million seniors and individuals with disabilities, and that care is now on the chopping block. The decisions made here will shape the future of home care.

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Connecticut Children's Care Network adds telehealth breastfeeding support

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The virtual care services will be delivered without copays, out-of-pocket costs or deductibles for families with active insurance or Medicaid coverage. The collaborative says IBCLCs are the gold standard of care. WHY IT MATTERS. " Expanding access to telehealth, however, requires a look at the existing regulatory hurdles.

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NCQA Fireside Chat: Texas Drives Medicaid Innovation

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We invited Dr. Ryan Van Ramshorst, Chief Medical Director for Medicaid and CHIP Services at the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC), to discuss the evolving landscape of Texas Medicaid and recent landmark legislation that is driving innovation. Last quarter, we highlighted the Lone Star State.

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With Medicaid Access Rule Finalized, Home Care Providers Enter ‘Wait-And-See’ Mode

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This article is a part of your HHCN+ Membership On Tuesday, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) officials vehemently backed the thought process behind the “80-20” wage mandate in home- and community-based services (HCBS). In that case, access to care will be directly and negatively impacted.

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Precision Medicine 2.0: How AI-Driven Insights Are Changing Healthcare for the Better

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This capability helps flag individuals at risk of chronic conditions like heart disease or diabetes, allowing for earlier intervention and preventive strategies that improve outcomes and reduce costs. Physicians can then intervene earlier with preventive measures, improving patient outcomes while reducing healthcare costs.

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What The ‘Fundamentally Contradicting’ Medicaid Access Rule Includes

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The White House teased the finalized Medicaid Access Rule early Monday, and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) later revealed more intricate details attached to the rule. Firstly, the timeline of the rule is now clear. Ultimately, providers’ ability to operate is obviously paramount to greater access to HCBS.

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CMS Proposed Changes for ACO Reporting 2021

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From the next performance year (2021), Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) expect different reporting requirements under the Medicare Shared Savings Program. CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services) has recommended changes for ACO reporting criteria. Quality of Care by ACOs. 236 Controlling High Blood Pressure.

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