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Clinician Education and Value-Based Purchasing Take Center Stage in 2025 Home Health Final Rule

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The 2025 Home Health Final Rule introduces a range of regulatory updates to improve transparency, elevate patient care standards, and stabilize financial practices within the home health sector. With these updates taking effect, home health agencies must adapt quickly, especially as CMS focuses on value-based care and Social Determinants of Health (SDOH). According to…

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Enhancing Patient-Centered Home Health Care Through Proactive Communication and Data Sharing

As the healthcare industry increasingly shifts toward value-based care, seamless transitions between hospitals and home health care agencies are more crucial than ever. Effective communication during the discharge process can reduce hospital readmissions, improve patient outcomes, and enhance overall system efficiency. According to a recent study, poor coordination during hospital discharge contributes to 27%…

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What Actually is AI, How Far it’s Come, and How it’s Changing the Home Health Industry

As the healthcare industry continues to grapple with clinician burnout and increasing demands, AI is emerging as a transformative force in home healthcare. With advancements in generative AI and automation, companies are leveraging technology to streamline processes like OASIS documentation, reducing the time burden on clinicians and improving overall care quality. This shift is…

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How Admission and Consent Documentation Impacts Timely Initiation of Home Care Services

In today’s rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, the timely initiation of home care services is more crucial than ever. With a growing emphasis on patient-centered care and the shift towards home health, streamlining administrative processes like admission and consent documentation has become essential. Inefficiencies in these processes can lead to delays in care, affecting patient…

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MedPAC’s Miss on Reality of Home Health Financial Reality Results in Suggested Cut in 2025 Proposed Rule

The March 2024 MedPAC report recommending a 7% payment reduction for home health agencies in 2025 has sparked significant concern within the industry. Why is this recommendation being met with such resistance, and what does the financial reality of home health agencies look like in contrast to these federal suggestions? Are the MedPAC recommendations…

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Data Centers Are Emerging as Key Players in Grid Stability
March 22, 2025

As energy systems face increasing strain from rising demand and the transition to renewables, flexibility is becoming the new gold standard for grid reliability. Surprisingly, data centers—once seen solely as power-hungry infrastructure—are stepping up to meet the challenge. With the ability to rapidly reduce consumption or activate standby power during price spikes or grid emergencies,…

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The Power of Embracing Change in Small-Town America
March 22, 2025

As innovation spreads beyond urban centers, small towns are increasingly finding themselves at the forefront of economic transformation. Whether it’s a tech company setting up shop or a new industry planting roots, these shifts present a rare chance for rural communities to redefine their futures. But opportunity alone isn’t enough—it takes local leadership, a collaborative…

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Embracing the Cold: A Smarter Path for Sustainable Data Centers
March 21, 2025

As the digital economy accelerates, so does the need for sustainable infrastructure to support it. Data centers, the engines behind our connected world, consume enormous amounts of energy—especially for cooling. Traditional methods rely heavily on electricity and water, straining both the environment and the bottom line. But companies like Applied Digital are reimagining what’s possible…

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Applied Digital Ellendale AI Data Center: February 2025 Update
March 21, 2025

As AI and high-performance computing (HPC) continue to push technological boundaries, the demand for powerful, efficient infrastructure is more critical than ever. In February 2025, Applied Digital’s Ellendale AI Data Center marked significant progress in meeting that demand. The team announced that ELN02 has officially powered on its first lineup, a major step toward full-scale…

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