Navigating Turbulence: The Future of Home Health in 2026 The home health care landscape enters 2026 facing a confluence of challenges – from persistent reimbursement pressures and workforce constraints to evolving payment models and regulatory uncertainty. After a year of anxiety in 2025 marked by proposed cuts to Medicare funding, the industry braces for further … Read more
U.S. Healthcare Costs Surge to $5.3 Trillion in 2024, Marking Fastest Growth in Decades The United States witnessed an unprecedented surge in healthcare spending in 2024, reaching $5.3 trillion – a 7.2% increase compared to the previous year. This represents the most rapid growth in national health expenditures since 1991, according to data released by … Read more
Medicare Home Health: A Surprising Shift in Patient Access The conventional understanding of Medicare home health often centers on its role in post-acute care – supporting patients transitioning home after a hospital stay. However, a newly released study reveals a significant and often overlooked reality: nearly half of all Medicare beneficiaries receiving home health services … Read more
2025: A Year of Reckoning and Resilience in Home-Based Care The home-based care sector navigated a turbulent 2025, marked by unprecedented uncertainty stemming from political shifts, looming budget cuts, and significant industry consolidation. From the complexities of New York’s CDPAP overhaul to the ripple effects of major acquisitions, the year demanded adaptability and strategic foresight … Read more