Archives: 2025, December
The HOPE Tool: Updates Related to Symptom Follow-Up Visits
By Melinda Gaboury / Posted on: December 16, 2025We did identify a new manual released with an effective date of October 1, 2025, which includes minor revisions to the instructional language. In a few instances, the wording was updated from “observation and clinical judgment” to “observation and/or clinical judgment.” These changes primarily relate to Symptom Follow-Up Visits.
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Digging Deeper into the Home Health 2026 Final Rule: HHVBP
By Melinda Gaboury / Posted on: December 8, 2025Today we’re taking a moment to revisit some of the key details included in the 2026 Home Health Final Rule. One of the most significant areas of change is the Value-Based Purchasing Model, which will see important updates beginning January 1.
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CMS Releases 2026 Home Health Final Rule & Quality Update
By Melinda Gaboury / Posted on: December 1, 2025The much-anticipated 2026 Home Health Final Rule was posted Friday, November 28, 2025, and includes applicable changes for implementation in calendar year (CY) 2026 and beyond.
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