Hospice

CGS must pay interest on clean claims not subject to the periodic interim payment (PIP) mechanism if payment isn’t made within 30 days after the receipt date. The Treasury Department…

DOH RSV Notice

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is rapidly increasing in PA, especially in young children and older adults who could be protected by vaccinations. The Department of Health recommends that providers should…

The Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council (PADDC) is developing its next 5-year State Plan. To understand the current barriers and concerns for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families in Pennsylvania,…

Explore our upcoming education sessions to gain fresh insights, practical solutions, and actionable strategies for success. From compliance essentials and workforce recruitment to operational efficiencies and pediatric care, these sessions…

Are you passionate about advancing home care, home health, and hospice? Joining a PHA committee in 2025 is your chance to collaborate with industry leaders and contribute to innovation in…

In response to an intense advocacy effort from providers and bipartisan Congressional support, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Service (CMS) have delayed the release of the Hospice Special Focus…

Starting December 1, 2024, providers aren’t required to submit Credit Balance Reports (CMS-838) on a quarterly basis. You’re still required to report self-identified overpayments, but you should only use a Credit…

Unlock top talent with our 2025 Recruitment Transformation Challenge!  This learning series delivers actionable recruitment strategies from industry expert Leigh Davis, whose job posts were ranked #1 and #2 by…

Every year the Commonwealth’s budget process presents its own unique obstacles, and this year is no different.  No matter how much revenue Pennsylvania has, balancing and delivering on priorities, and…

Happy Holidays from PHA!

We extend our heartfelt thanks to our members, business partners, and board members for your unwavering support and dedication. Your commitment has been the cornerstone of our success. Wishing you…

Renew your membership with the Pennsylvania Homecare Association and be part of a transformative year! We need your commitment and dedication to advocate for meaningful change to reimbursement rates and…

It’s time to renew your membership with the Pennsylvania Homecare Association for the 2025 calendar year! 2025 will be a pivotal year for advocacy, putting your membership dollars to work….

PHA is seeking member support to share patient stories to support 2025 advocacy efforts. Stories can be shared directly by a patient or by a representative who is willing to…

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) released updates to Medicaid income and asset standards effective in 2025. Key changes include: Access the bulletin with full details https://www.medicaid.gov/federal-policy-guidance/downloads/cib11152024.pdf.

The November 2024 quarterly refresh for the Hospice Quality Reporting Program is now available on Care Compare. For additional information, please see the FY2025 Hospice Wage Index Final Rule at https://www.cms.gov/Center/Provider-Type/Hospice-Center. Please…

Caring for others is a rewarding but challenging job, and Pennsylvania’s caregivers deserve every tool available to make their work easier and more fulfilling. That’s why we’ve created the Caregiver…

In recognition of Home Care & Hospice Month, CMS highlighted key home health and hospice resources in this week’s MLN Connects newsletter.  They also released an important change in Checking…

Join the Administrator of the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Chiquita Brooks-LaSure, and her leadership team, who will provide an update on CMS’ recent accomplishments and how their…

Direct care workers are Pennsylvania’s frontline caregivers, yet the Commonwealth’s funding lags behind all of our neighbors— including being nearly 25% behind West Virginia. This underfunding limits the ability to…

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