Archives: 2025, October

Monday Minute with Melinda - HPS

Reviewing a new Medical Review Concern within the Pre-Claim Review Phase

By Melinda Gaboury / Posted on: October 20, 2025

A new medical review concern has recently surfaced in the home health industry through the Review Choice Demonstration, specifically within the Pre-Claim Review phase. Only a few states within Palmetto GBA’s jurisdiction currently have home health agencies taking part in the Review Choice Demonstration. Even if your state isn’t among them, we encourage you to keep reading.

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Monday Minute with Melinda - HPS

What the Government Shutdown Means for Your Home Health or Hospice Operations

By Melinda Gaboury / Posted on: October 14, 2025

As the government shutdown continues to unfold, it’s important to understand how this situation impacts the home health and hospice community. Since 2020, both home health and hospice have been permitted to conduct face-to-face encounters through telehealth under a waiver established during the public health emergency.

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