Home Recovery Lowers Hospital Return Post-Hip Surgery Compared to Nursing Facilities
Recent findings spotlight the link between recovery settings and hospital readmission rates following hip replacement procedures.
Healthcare Payers
States Aim to Reinforce Home Health Networks Through New Initiatives
Discover how states are bolstering Medicaid payment rates and education programs to mitigate home healthcare staff shortages and improve service delivery.
New Legislation Sparks Hope for Wider Home-Based Care Access
Discover how a new bill is pushing to provide more funds to states to widen home- and community-based services, addressing a longstanding care need.
Medicare Advantage Star Ratings Witness a Dip Yet Again
A detailed examination of the latest star ratings of Medicare Advantage & Part D plans reveals a decreasing trend for the second successive year.
Medicaid Expansion Can Play a Role in Bridging Health Disparities in Redlined Districts
A study elucidates the striking correlation between Medicaid expansion and reduced uninsurance rates, especially in historically redlined areas.
Indiana Set to Go Live with Managed Care Transition in July 2024
Indiana gears up for a monumental shift towards managed care, aiming to modernize its Medicaid program and improve service delivery. Dive into what lies ahead for the state’s healthcare.
Proposed Staffing Norms Are A Hurdle for Majority of Nursing Homes
With less than 20% of nursing homes adhering to the newly proposed staffing standards, challenges and potential changes loom large in the long-term care landscape.
Home Care’s Big Gap – A Million More Workers Needed by 2031
With rising demands in home care, the sector faces a significant challenge – a shortage of nearly a million workers by 2031. What’s causing this?
Why More People are Opting for Medicare Advantage Over Medicare Fee For Service
Here’s a closer look at why beneficiaries are making the move from traditional Medicare FFS to Medicare Advantage at an unprecedented rate.
Addressing the Challenges to Utilizing Medicaid Managed Care for Behavioral Health Issues
Explore the challenges states face integrating behavioral health services into Medicaid managed care, from administrative burdens to workforce shortages, and learn about innovative solutions being implemented