Archives: 2025, June
Explaining the Upcoming ICD-10 Coding Update that will Take Effect October 1
By Melinda Gaboury / Posted on: June 30, 2025Updates to ICD-10 occur twice each year—once in April and again in October. An upcoming ICD-10 coding update will take effect on October 1. While the April releases may bring some changes, and occasionally none at all, the October update is typically more significant.
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Hospice Trends to Watch: What CMS Monitoring Data Reveals
By Melinda Gaboury / Posted on: June 23, 2025A recent report on Hospice Monitoring by CMS presented statistics that provide a clear view of current trends and may highlight key areas for evaluation within your organization. The data is compelling and serves as a valuable resource for understanding how hospice agencies are performing across various metrics.
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Understanding the Latest Clarifications on Home Health Face-to-Face Requirements
By Melinda Gaboury / Posted on: June 10, 2025Face-to-Face Encounters are once again a central topic of discussion in Home Health. The regulation has been in place since 2011, with an update issued in 2015. Since April 1, 2015, the regulation itself has remained unchanged. However, over the past decade, including in 2025, there have been numerous clarifications.
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