Essential Training At Your Finger Tips

In a state where hurricanes are an inevitable threat, preparation and response can make all the difference. Watch a recording of a live, in person session presented by a seasoned home care leader who has weathered numerous storms and who has seen substantial improvements in her agency’s response, as well as in supplier coordination. Learn practical strategies to enhance your agency’s readiness, including key partnerships with coalitions, hospital networks, and emergency services. Discover how to manage power outages, communication breakdowns, and supply chain disruptions—plus how leveraging resources like a gas tanker and AHCA’s portal can make a difference. Leave this course with actionable insights to ensure your agency is prepared for the next storm. Speakers/Course Authors - Maureen Albertson DNP, RN, CHC, HCS-O Read more

The Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) provides an essential update on regulatory changes impacting home care providers. This recording of a live, in person session covers key updates to the background screening process, effective in 2025 and 2026, as well as the latest on the rulemaking process. Additionally, watch to gain valuable insights into the evolving "Hospital at Home" model and its implications for home care agencies. Speakers/Course Authors - Susan Lowery, RN, BSN Read more

Join us for an insightful webinar where we’ll explore the strategies essential for long-term growth and stability in the home care industry. Discover why diversifying your payor streams is crucial for sustained success and learn about the various alternative payor models available to expand your revenue opportunities. We’ll also dive into how technology can simplify and streamline the integration of these payor sources, making your operations more efficient and adaptable. Whether you’re looking to increase profitability or enhance operational agility, this webinar is designed to equip you with the knowledge to thrive in a rapidly evolving market.   Speaker/Course Author - Julio Barea Read more

The OASIS-E1 is a minor revision to the data set but includes deletions, revisions and a new item for COVID vaccination status. This webinar will catch you up on the changes in items, their associated guidance and teach best practices for accurate OASIS data collection for 2025.   Speaker/Course Author - Jennifer Osburn, RN, HCS-D, COS-C Read more

Do you think OASIS only pertains to your Medicare and Medicaid patients? Think again! As the healthcare landscape continues to evolve, staying ahead of regulatory changes is crucial for all home care providers participating in the Medicare or Medicaid program. The 2025 updates to the OASIS-E1 assessment tool introduce new requirements and adjustments that directly impact patient care documentation and reimbursement processes. This webinar will delve into these changes, with a special focus on the expectations and requirements when it comes to OASIS completion for Certified Home Health providers and those patients with reimbursement sources other than traditional or managed care Medicare and Medicaid. By understanding these updates, providers can ensure compliance, optimize reimbursement, and maintain high-quality care standards. Speakers/Course Authors - J'non Griffin, RN, MHA, HCS-D, HCS-C, HCS-H, COS-C Read more

Come join the HCAF Team as we talk about one of the most stressful times of the year for your scheduling team - the holidays! How do you balance the needs of your clients who need care with the needs of your caregivers and staff that need time off to recharge and celebrate with their loved ones? We'll talk through best practices in managing those conflicting needs as well as actionable ideas that you can use to recognize your office staff and caregivers during the holidays and beyond into the New Year! Speaker/Course Author - Jessica Devine, Patti Heid, MSPT, COS-C Read more