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Rhode Island has paused new home care and hospice licenses until 2031. Learn what SB 2128 means for your agency, the exceptions, and how to survive the freeze.

The Rhode Island Moratorium: Why SB 2128 is Locking the Door on New Home Care Agencies until 2031

In the smallest state in the union, a major legislative barrier has just been erected. As of January 2026, Rhode Island lawmakers have introduced Senate Bill 2128 (SB 2128), a sweeping act that imposes a strict moratorium on the issuance of new licenses for home care providers, home nursing care providers, and hospice organizations. This […]

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Montana $233M Rural Health Mandate: 2026 Agency Guide

Montana’s $233 Million Rural Health Revolution: Is Your Agency Ready for the 2026 Tech & Workforce Mandate?

In the vast, rugged landscape of the Big Sky Country, a seismic shift is occurring in how care is delivered and funded. As of January 2026, Montana has officially secured over $233 million in federal funding through the newly enacted Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP). This represents the first installment of what is projected to

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Best home care software for Medicare and insurance billing

As we cross into 2026, the home care industry is facing a significant “administrative squeeze.” With the CY 2026 Medicare Home Health Final Rule implementing recalibrated PDGM (Patient-Driven Groupings Model) case-mix weights and stricter LUPA (Low Utilization Payment Adjustment) thresholds, the margin for error in billing has effectively disappeared.   For agency owners, the question

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NH Home Care 2026: Navigating Anthem & Martin's Point Exits

The 2026 New Hampshire Home Care Roadmap: Stability After the Anthem & Martin’s Point Exit

As we move into 2026, the Granite State is navigating a period of “unprecedented disruption” in the healthcare market. The headlines have been dominated by the significant market shifts: Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield and Martin’s Point Health Care have officially exited the individual Medicare Advantage market statewide.   For Home Healthcare Providers New Hampshire,

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How to Choose Home Care Software for a Small Agency (2026)

How to choose home care software for a small agency

Starting a small home care agency in 2026 is an exercise in balancing heart-led service with high-tech precision. With the industry pivoting toward value-based reimbursement and stricter state oversight, the “pen and paper” era is officially behind us. For a lean team, the right technology isn’t just a luxury it is the operational backbone that

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Essential Home Care Billing Software Features for 2026

What features are essential for home care billing solutions?

As we navigate the complexities of 2026, the home care industry is facing a transformative shift. With the expiration of pandemic-era enhanced subsidies and the implementation of the “80/20 Access Rule,” agencies are under unprecedented pressure to maintain thin margins while delivering high-quality care. In this economic climate, billing is no longer just a back-office

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Hawaii SB 2291 & Caregiver Mandate: 2026 Medicaid Updates

The Hawaii Caregiver Mandate: How SB 2291 is Changing Medicaid Authorizations in 2026

The landscape of home-based care in Hawaii is undergoing a structural transformation this year. As of January 2026, state lawmakers have introduced Senate Bill 2291 (SB 2291), a pivotal piece of legislation designed to patch the holes in the state’s social safety net. For home care agencies operating across the islands, this mandate represents more

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Maine 2026 Direct Care Wage Mandate: Is Your Agency Ready?

Maine’s New Direct Care Wage Mandate: Is Your Agency Ready for the 125% Minimum Wage Shift?

As of January 1, 2026, the landscape for home care in the Pine Tree State has reached a critical juncture. Maine’s state minimum wage has officially increased to $15.10 per hour, triggered by the annual cost-of-living adjustment. For the broader business community, this is a standard update; however, for Home Healthcare Providers inMaine, it triggers

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Future-Proofing Idaho Home Care: Medicaid Managed Care Guide 2026

Future-Proofing Idaho Home Care: Navigating the Managed Care Shift with Confidence

To thrive in this environment, agencies must rely on precise data. Investing in myEZhome care software that can track clinical outcomes and financial metrics in real-time is no longer an option it is a requirement for survival in 2026.   Operational Excellence: The Key to “Future-Proofing” Future-proofing your agency means building a system that can

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How to Access the $1 Billion West Virginia Rural Health Transformation Fund (2026)

How West Virginia Home Care Agencies Can Access the $1 Billion Rural Health Transformation Fund

As 2026 begins, West Virginia is at the forefront of a historic shift in healthcare delivery. Governor Patrick Morrisey recently announced that the state has secured $199.5 million for the first year of the federal Rural Health Transformation Fund (RHTF). This award, which is expected to total nearly $1 billion over the next five years,

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