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Proposed CMS Home Health Rule Includes Major Change to Payment System

Jul 3, 2018/News

CMS issued a proposed rule for home health payment that resurrects elements for an entirely new payment methodology by, among other changes, shifting care from 60-day to 30-day episodes and removing therapy service-use thresholds from case-mix parameters.

Viewpoints: March 2024

Mar 1, 2024/Column

A Second Opinion for a Second Chance

Study: MA Home Health Patients Fare Worse Than Those With Traditional Medicare

Apr 17, 2024/Review

Researchers describe the lower odds of mobility improvement combined with higher odds of discharge to community as a "cause for concern."

Being Authentic Offers Patients Better Patient Care

Feb 13, 2023/Perspective

The foundational tenets of my identity — fluidity, authenticity, and vulnerability — help me be a better clinician.

Neuropathic Ulcer

Aug 8, 2017/Clinical Summary

Peripheral neuropathy occurs when the sensory, motor, and autonomic functions of peripheral nerves are affected.

Patience and Clients

Dec 1, 2016/Column

The importance of getting real while staying positive.

The 60-Day Overpayment Final Rule

Jul 1, 2016/Column

For PTs billing Medicare, the document offers welcome clarity.

PTJ: Lower School Debt, Fewer Working Hours Tied to Higher Job Satisfaction

Aug 22, 2023/Review

Researchers also found that home health and SNF practice settings were associated with lower job satisfaction.

Primary Care, Workforce, AI Among Issues Debated in 2024 APTA House of Delegates

Jul 31, 2024/News

The in-person session included deliberation on motions presented to the House as well as meaningful discussions on issues that will impact the profession now and in the future.

Compliance Matters: Identifying Dual Eligibles and Qualified Medicare Beneficiaries

Feb 1, 2018/Column

What to do when patients qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid benefits.