Compliance
Understanding the 2026 OASIS-E Updates
CMS released updated OASIS-E guidance effective January 2026. Here's what home health agencies need to know about the revised assessment items and documentation requirements.
·6 min read
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Tools and Guidance for Home Health Providers
Stay current on regulatory changes, access compliance guides, and download practical resources built specifically for home health agency owners and operators.
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2026 Home Health Compliance Checklist
A comprehensive, printable checklist covering Medicare Conditions of Participation, EVV requirements, documentation standards, and state-level obligations. Updated for 2026 regulatory changes.
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Billing & Reimbursement
PDGM Year-End Reconciliation: Common Errors and How to Avoid Them
Patient-Driven Groupings Model reconciliation continues to trip up agencies at year-end. We break down the five most common billing errors and the documentation fixes that prevent them.
·8 min read
Advocacy
PNA Submits Comments on Proposed CY2027 Home Health Rule
Provider Network Association submitted formal comments to CMS on the proposed Calendar Year 2027 Home Health Prospective Payment System rule, advocating for rate stability and reduced administrative burden.
·4 min read
Operations
Hiring and Retaining Home Health Aides in a Competitive Market
Workforce shortages remain the top operational challenge for home health agencies. Member agencies share the retention strategies that have worked — from flexible scheduling to career ladder programs.
·7 min read
Compliance
EVV Compliance: What Auditors Are Looking For in 2026
Electronic Visit Verification audits have increased significantly this year. This guide covers the documentation patterns that trigger scrutiny and the recordkeeping practices that protect your agency.
·5 min read
Industry News
Home Health Utilization Trends: Mid-Year 2026 Data Snapshot
New data from CMS shows continued growth in home health utilization, particularly among Medicare Advantage beneficiaries. We analyze what the numbers mean for agency capacity planning.
·5 min read
Billing & Reimbursement
Navigating Medicare Advantage Plan Contracts: A Provider's Guide
Medicare Advantage now accounts for more than half of Medicare enrollment. This guide helps agency owners evaluate MA plan contracts, negotiate rates, and protect against unilateral termination.
·9 min read
Operations
Building an Effective Internal Compliance Program
A well-designed internal compliance program is your first line of defense against audits and regulatory action. This overview covers the seven elements of an effective compliance program for home health agencies.
·6 min read
Advocacy
State Legislative Roundup: Home Health Bills to Watch
Across 14 states, legislation affecting home health licensure, Medicaid rates, and workforce requirements is advancing this session. PNA's policy team tracks the bills with the greatest impact on providers.
·7 min read
Downloadable Guides
Practical Resources for Your Agency
2026 Compliance Checklist
ComplianceMedicare CoPs, EVV, documentation, and state requirements in one printable checklist.
12 pages
PDGM Billing Reference Card
BillingQuick-reference guide to PDGM groupings, LUPA thresholds, and common billing codes.
4 pages
Audit Preparation Workbook
ComplianceStep-by-step workbook to organize documentation and prepare your agency for a Medicare audit.
18 pages
Staff Retention Toolkit
OperationsTemplates, scripts, and frameworks for improving aide retention and reducing turnover costs.
10 pages
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