The Challenges of Continuing Care with SNF Patients Nurses and therapists are facing a range of challenges as they deliver essential care to patients in nursing facilities amid the coronavirus pandemic. The nurses and therapists may not have enough personal … Read More
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The Compassionate Side of Home Health Care and Virtual Care
Why Home Health Care is Essential Amid COVID-19 Compassionate care has always been an underlying feature of home health care. Amid the Coronavirus pandemic, agency leaders recognize that compassion – for staff and for patients – is even more important … Read More
Using Virtual Care to Address Health Disparities
Defining Health Disparities There are two prevailing definitions of health disparities: The Department of Health and Human Services describes health disparities as “differences in health outcomes that are closely linked with social, economic, and environmental disadvantage.” The National Institutes of … Read More
How Virtual Care and Communication Can Be A Competitive Advantage
Understanding the Competitive Environment Home health agencies are facing increasing competitive pressures in attracting patients and appealing to referral sources. Agencies are also recalibrating the appropriate mix of institutional vs. community referral partners as PDGM changes the way referrals impact … Read More
Why Secure Messaging is Safer Than Texting
The Safety in Secure Messaging Texting is a quick and easy way to communicate with colleagues and patients. Home health providers appreciate the convenience of using text messaging to confirm appointments, answer questions, and address concerns with fellow staff members … Read More