Compliance
Effective RCM in home care: Navigating regulatory requirements and reducing claim rejections
In the complex landscape of home-based care, effective Revenue Cycle Management (RCM) is essential for managing claims, tracking payments, and ensuring financial stability. Given the increasing regulatory requirements and challenges facing home care providers, a robust RCM system can have a meaningful impact on your business. In an episode of AlayaCare’s Home Health 360 podcast,…
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5 proactive steps to improve the security of your home-based care data
Home-based care agencies face significant challenges in securing sensitive information, especially because of the sheer rise in cyber-attacks and data breaches. Over the last decade, these attacks have increased by 83% in the health care industry, with 2023 witnessing nearly 400,000 health care records breached daily. Health data is a valuable target for hackers, so…
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Unlocking hiring excellence in home care: A roundtable discussion [webinar recap]
Home care organizations everywhere face budget constraints, compliance issues, and high turnover rates. Operational efficiency and the home care hiring process are vital to ensure companies can stay ahead of the trends and provide the best possible service to their clients. 75% of agencies had to turn down cases due to friction in the efficiency…
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3 Ways to grow your home care agency during challenging times
The home care industry has faced significant challenges recently, particularly with limited resources and financial constraints. As the economy experiences a downturn, home care agencies seek ways to maintain resilience and achieve success amidst these obstacles. Despite the difficulties, there are still opportunities for growth and development within the home care sector. Here are 3…
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4 growth strategies for home care agencies from industry experts
Home Health Care News (HHCN), in partnership with AlayaCare, hosted a webinar: “Growth Strategies for Home Care Agencies” on October 4th, 2022. This webinar was focused on home-based care growth plans and what strategies are best for home care organizations to gain financial health and continue to grow and be successful in the industry. Webinar panelists:…
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Boost your RCM: 4 ways home care software can improve billing and payroll
Revenue cycle management (RCM) is a vital component of any health care organization, and home care agencies are no exception. One of the biggest challenges in RCM and accounting management is the billing and payroll process, which can be a time-consuming, tedious, and error-prone task if done manually. But, with the advent of home care…
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How technology can help agencies prioritize risk management in the age of data
The privacy and security risks to which home care agencies are susceptible have been well-publicized. Data breaches affecting home care and home health providers continue to rise, with some reports showing incidents up 83% in the last ten years. As our industry continues to grow and evolve, it has never been more important for providers…
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How to secure your home care agency: the ultimate guide to HIPAA compliance
When it comes to home care agencies, it’s crucial to have reliable and secure communication to deliver top-notch care and keep clients’ information private. As the importance of HIPAA compliance continues to grow, it’s essential to choose the best secure communication technology. Here’s a simple guide for home care agencies to pick the right tools…
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Best practices for automating processes to enhance risk management
When it comes to providing quality care in the home care industry, ensuring the safety and well-being of clients is of paramount importance. Effective risk management plays a crucial role in achieving this goal. However, manual and paper-based processes can be time-consuming, prone to errors, and challenging to track consistently. That’s where the power of…
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3 Ways Home Care Software Streamlines Agency Processes
Home care agencies are under constant pressure to provide their patients with the best services possible. But making sure you have the right resources and capabilities in place isn’t easy. The home healthcare industry is notoriously resistant to change, but thanks to advances in technology like home care software, agencies can now streamline processes more…
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