Home Care Happy Hour

Georgia home care providers have several important Medicaid deadlines approaching, and missing them could lead to suspended enrollments, denied claims, or delayed payments. With multiple policy changes taking effect on July 1, 2026 , now is the time to make sure your agency is prepared. In this episode of Home Care Happy Hour , we break down four key Georgia Medicaid updates, including provider re...

Indiana home health agencies are facing an unprecedented challenge. While the state requires Medicaid-enrolled home health agencies to maintain active Medicare enrollment by July 1, 2026, CMS has imposed a nationwide freeze on new Medicare enrollments. What does this mean for providers caught in the middle? In this episode of Home Care Happy Hour, we break down the Medicare enrollment moratorium,...

Recent Medicaid fraud investigations and nationwide compliance crackdowns are putting increased pressure on home care and home health agencies to tighten operations and avoid costly mistakes.  This episode breaks down major fraud cases across the country, how these investigations are impacting providers, and the practical steps agencies should take now to strengthen compliance, reduce risk, and st...

The May 13th federal and Ohio fraud prevention initiatives are bringing increased scrutiny to home care and hospice providers, with new enrollment moratoriums, enhanced payment suspension reviews, and stricter compliance enforcement already underway.  This episode breaks down what Ohio agencies need to know about EVV GPS requirements, provider revalidation, documentation risks, and the practical s...

In this Episode, discover how proactive communication and genuine relationships with case managers can elevate your home care agency.  Special guest, Jonna Herbstritt, shares insights on avoiding pitfalls and improving client outcomes through honest dialogue and caregiver personality matching. Learn practical strategies to enhance service quality and reputation, attract more referrals, and retain...

The new C.R.U.S.H. initiative is revolutionizing fraud detection across health care, requiring agencies to tighten billing practices and prepare for increased scrutiny. This episode provides practical strategies to ensure compliance and safeguard your agency from costly audits. In Indiana, there is a new Medicare certification deadlines and the July 1st enrollment requirement is rapidly approachin...

In this week's episode, we discuss significant legislative changes impacting home care across various states. We cover Ohio's upcoming Medicaid budget and its implications, Georgia's Medicaid expansion debates, and Indiana's new FSSA guidelines. Additionally, we highlight North Carolina's healthcare merger and Illinois' quarterly reporting requirements, providing list...

In this week's episode, we're covering Indiana's Structured Family Caregiving Home Visits modifying requirements, the Ohio EVV claims-matching requirements taking placing March 1st, Georgia members have lost Medicaid coverage the first week of February, North Carolina Medicaid published a 2026 Current Procedure Terminology update, and Illinois law changes for Medical equipment. Our...

In this week's episode, we're covering Indiana's Structured Family Care new quarterly requirements, the Ohio Department of Health's grace period for renewals, the updated provider manuals available in GAMMIS for Georgia, North Carolina's new 2026 Current Procedure Terminology bulletin, and the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services notice on expectations and...

In this week's episode, we're covering the launch of Ohio MyCare, the corrections to the Georgia Medicaid claims auditing issue, and the CMS approval to service changes for Indiana waivers.  Our featured guest is Joel Prevost of Prevost Partners Inc. He is a Licensed Nursing Home Administrator, a Health Services Executive, and he will be joining us to talk about the role of technology in...

In today's emergency episode, we're covering updates to UHC's billing process that will result in claim rejections for HCBS providers in Indiana. This change will go into effect on December 1, 2025. Resources Mentioned: UHC Billing Handout GEOH's Website

In this week's episode, we're covering the resumption of Ohio Department of Medicaid exception reviews, the claim payments from Georgia's Department of Community Health, and the mandatory training for becoming a BDS provider in Indiana. Our featured guest is DeAndra Dycus, from the agency "A Mother's Promise", who will be sharing useful advice with us about how to gro...

In this week's episode, we're covering the end of the Covid19 telemedicine flexibilities for the Georgia Department of Community Health, the reinstatement of pre-pandemic policies, and the end of the notices from the Indiana Department of Health for license renewals concerning personal service agencies, home health services, and hospice. Our featured guest is Marianne Sciucco of AlzAutho...

In this week's episode we're covering what's been happening with the government shutdown, Medicaid funding for 2026, and updates for Indiana, Georgia, and Ohio concerning the PNM module, Pathways Program, and Medicare certification for 2026. Our featured guest is Alexis Baker of Bridgetown Music Therapy, who will be joining us to talk about the important role music plays in the live...

In today's emergency episode we're covering what's happening with the ongoing government shutdown, the current status of CMS funding 2026, Telehealth flexibility expirations, and private pay clients as growing opportunities for providers. Resources Mentioned: GEOH Website

In this week's episode we're covering what's been happening on Love Island, the expanding Ohio MyCare program, the preferred drugs list on the Department of Community Health website, and everything going on with Indiana home care agency audits. Our featured guest is Emily Freeman of the Unique Pediatrics Hearts home care agency to talk about her experience working with both geriatri...

In this week's episode, we’re covering the latest Federal Medicaid Updates , including key regulatory changes and what they mean for agencies. We also have a quick dive into the latest celeb drama (because hey, we all need a break sometimes)!  Hear Kate and Bailey break down the top 10 latest federal Medicaid updates you need to know. Whether you're an agency owner or just looking to sta...

In this week's episode, we’re covering the latest home care updates from Indiana, Ohio, and Georgia , including key regulatory changes and what they mean for agencies. We also have a quick dive into the latest celeb drama (because hey, we all need a break sometimes)! Our featured guest is Wendi Tingley from IAHHC , joining us for an insightful conversation on navigating the evolving landscape...

In this week's episode, we’re covering the latest home care updates from Indiana, Ohio, and Georgia , including key regulatory changes and what they mean for agencies. We also have a quick dive into the latest celeb drama (because hey, we all need a break sometimes)! Our featured guest is Taylor George from CareGuard Risk Partners , who joins us for an in-depth conversation about managing ris...

In this week's episode, we’re covering the latest home care updates from Indiana, Ohio, and Georgia , including key regulatory changes and what they mean for agencies. Then we lighten things up with a quick dive into the latest celeb drama making headlines (because hey, we all need a break sometimes).  Our featured guest is Tim Scully , who joins us for an in-depth conversation about C.A.R.E....

This week’s episode is packed with insights and support for caregivers and agency owners!  We kick things off with some lighthearted celebrity updates to brighten your day, plus the industry's latest home care updates. Next, we share an eye-opening story about caregiver burnout and discuss practical strategies to manage stress and worry.   Finally, we’re thrilled to welcome Medicaid specialis...

Grab your favorite drink and join us for the Home Care Happy Hour—your go-to podcast for all things home care! We’re serving up a mix of industry updates, expert interviews, and real stories from the field to help you grow your agency and navigate the ever-changing landscape of home care. Whether you're a caregiver, agency owner, or just passionate about the industry, we’ve got insights, news...