CHAPcast by Community Health Accreditation Partner
by CHAP - Community Health Accreditation Partner · 56 episodes
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CHAPcast: Your Trusted Partner on the Go For over 60 years, CHAP has been leading the way in home and community-based care, and now CHAPcast is leveling up! With a dynamic new format, co-hosts Jennifer Kennedy and Kim Skehan bring their expertise, passion, and a touch of personality to every episode. Get ready for deeper dives into the issues that matter—breaking down policy updates, exploring cutting-edge trends, and sharing practical tools to help you thrive. Fresh perspectives and actionable insights you can use right away. Whether on a commute, in the office, or just catching a moment to yourself, CHAPcast is h...
Latest episodes
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28 min
Fiscal Year 2027 Hospice Final Rule
We break down the FY 2027 Hospice Final Rule and why CMS is becoming increasingly more aggressive in oversight tied to program integrity and beneficiary protection. We walk through…
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24 min
The 2027 CMS Proposed Rule For Home Health
We break down the calendar year 2027 proposed home health rule and why it signals a bigger CMS push on quality, transparency, and program integrity beyond reimbursement. We focus o…
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35 min
What The CMS Moratorium Means For Home Health And Hospice Providers
CMS Hospice & Home Health Moratorium: What CHAP Knows So Far – CHAP is updating this page as frequently as possible based on official CMS guidance and publicly available informatio…
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30 min
Home Health’s Top 10 Deficiencies of 2025
We share the most-cited CHAP home health deficiencies and turn them into practical fixes you can implement now. From individualized care plans to med reconciliation, aide supervisi…
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30 min
Hospice's Top 10 Deficiencies of 2025
We break down the top 10 hospice deficiencies for 2025, why citations shifted toward aide compliance and volunteers, and how to align care plans with assessments to satisfy CMS and…
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25 min
DMEPOS's Top Deficiencies of 2025
We break down the top 10 DME survey deficiencies for 2025 and why annual CMS oversight raises the bar for safety, compliance, and documentation. Practical steps show how to turn po…
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25 min
2026 Home Health Final Rule Explained
We break down the 2026 home health final rule, from the 1.3 percent cut and sequestration impact to face-to-face, OASIS, HHCAHPS, and value-based purchasing changes. We share concr…
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27 min
2026 DME Final Rule Explained
We unpack the 2026 CMS DME final rule with an eye on what changes first, what it costs, and how suppliers can adapt without disrupting patient care. Annual surveys, stricter accred…
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28 min
From Polypharmacy To Clarity: Building A Culture Of Ongoing Med Rec
A single, accurate medication list can prevent harm, yet it’s often the messiest part of home visits. We unpack how to turn a kitchen-table pile of bottles into a clear, living rec…
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24 min
The Hospice Final Rule 2026 - What Hospice Providers Need to Know
The FY2026 Hospice Final Rule brings positive changes with a 2.6% payment increase and significant regulatory clarifications that reduce administrative burden for providers nationw…
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27 min
2026 DME Proposed Rule: What Providers Need to Know
CMS has proposed significant DME regulation changes in the 2026 Home Health Payment Update Rule that focus on combating fraud, improving supplier compliance, and enhancing efficien…
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32 min
2026 Home Health Proposed Rule + Payment Changes
A massive regulatory overhaul looms on the horizon for home health agencies. The proposed Calendar Year 2026 Home Health Payment Update rule spans nearly 600 pages, packed with cha…
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27 min
Case Management: The Backbone of Home Health and Hospice
Case management represents the invisible thread that weaves together all aspects of patient care in home health and hospice settings—yet many clinicians receive minimal training in…
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24 min
Decoding the 2026 Proposed Hospice Rule
The fiscal year 2026 proposed hospice rule brings cautious optimism to providers with a projected 2.4% payment increase, though experienced hospices know to factor in the ongoing 2…
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15 min
Top 10 Hospice Deficiencies for 2024
Understanding the top 10 hospice deficiencies for 2024 is crucial for providers committed to compliance and quality care. This episode explores key themes like survey readiness, co…
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18 min
Top 10 Home Health Deficiencies for 2024
The episode examines the top 10 home health survey deficiencies of 2024, underscoring the importance of compliance and effective care planning. Jennifer and Kim provide actionable…
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28 min
CMS Hospice Special Focus Program: What Every Hospice Leader Needs to Know
Join Jennifer Kennedy and Kim Skehan for an unfiltered conversation about the CMS Hospice Special Focus Program (SFP), launched on January 1, 2025. This transformative program is r…
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1 min
New Season, New Voices!
For over 60 years, CHAP has been leading the way in home and community-based care, and now CHAPcast is leveling up! With a dynamic new format, co-hosts Jennifer Kennedy and Kim Ske…
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26 min
Managed Care Contracting and Value-Based Models with Joe Russell
Joe Russell, Vice President of Network Management and Contracting at Strategic Healthcare shares his invaluable perspective on how community-based providers can thrive despite the…
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21 min
Communicate and Deliver Value your Health Systems Need
Unlock the strategies that can transform your approach to healthcare communication! Join Jennifer Kennedy, CHAP's lead for compliance and quality, and Pat Driscoll, a professor in…