Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) takes a systematic and ongoing approach to improving the quality of services an organization provides. CQI recognizes quality as an ongoing pursuit, not a point in time achievement. As the overall healthcare industry experiences increasing demand for personalized, high-quality care,...
In the evolving U.S. healthcare landscape, hospice stands out as a compassionate option for patients facing terminal illness and their families. With increasing demand for end-of-life services, hospice agencies are tasked not only with providing quality care, but they must also navigate a complex web...
Like other healthcare providers, hospices routinely undergo audits by various regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with rules and regulations. Hospices can maintain their reputation, avoid penalties, and continue to provide quality care to patients by being audit ready. This blog will outline some of the...
What are the most important cultural factors to consider when providing hospice care? Per the latest census data, by 2045, minorities will make up the majority of Americans. Currently, one in seven Americans was born in another country. As diversity within the U.S. increases,...
Hospice leaders face a daily barrage of challenges, resulting in many finding it difficult to identify where to focus efforts. It’s easy to miss a needle in a haystack. That’s where metrics come in. They gauge progress. And metrics measure performance. So, what are the...
Creating and growing a successful Hospice Care Agency is a challenging goal. There are multiple competitors from the public and private sectors in most locations. In this blog, we explore the most important steps you can initiate to establish your hospice agency for success and...