The Home Health Consultant

The Home Health Consultant Home Health & Hospice Nationwide Medicare Compliance Consulting

(Formerly Smart Business Solutions) Formerly Smart Business Solutions

03/09/2026

Most agencies don’t realize how many partnerships are required, and how easily a missing contract can lead to an automatic deficiency.

This week’s episode, Mariam Treystman explains:
• Why DME partners must be CMS-approved
• What makes a hospice pharmacy different
• Why you must have a Medicare-certified SNF partner
• When staffing agency contracts matter (and when they don’t)

Full episode drops Thursday!
Read the article in the meantime👉 https://thehomehealthconsultant.com/blog/contracts-for-hospice-medicare-certification

03/06/2026

🚨 Avoid Shutdown in 2026 🚨

Join us on March 19th at 6 PM for an informative event where we’ll discuss the increased oversight activities and how it’s affected current providers.

This is a great opportunity to gain valuable insights about how enforcement activities are changing, and learn how to keep your agency operating safely and successfully.

⚠ Limited space available
Please RSVP by March 13 here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeKacI62EpbXs8_A8HjUgk_3YeDbZIDr-cWT5d-m51JQV9f8Q/viewform

Is your agency prepared for the increasing oversight in home health and hospice? Join us on March 19th at 6 PM for a dis...
03/05/2026

Is your agency prepared for the increasing oversight in home health and hospice?

Join us on March 19th at 6 PM for a discussion on the key factors that have led agencies to shut down, and what you can do to avoid the same risks.

We’ll be covering:
• Compliance
• Applications
• Surveys

Get the knowledge you need to protect your agency and stay ahead.

⚠ Limited seating available
📅 RSVP by March 13 here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeKacI62EpbXs8_A8HjUgk_3YeDbZIDr-cWT5d-m51JQV9f8Q/viewform

03/05/2026

Our new podcast episode is LIVE 🎙️

If you’re working with, or planning to work with private insurance, this episode is a must-watch.

We cover:
• Contracting & negotiation
• Authorization battles
• Billing deadlines that can cost you thousands
• Why Medicare-first agencies often do better long-term

▶️ Watch the full episode now on YouTube
🔗 https://youtu.be/dWzmkzVFBoM

🏥 Before you say yes to private insurance, make sure your agency is ready.Working with private payers can open new oppor...
03/04/2026

🏥 Before you say yes to private insurance, make sure your agency is ready.

Working with private payers can open new opportunities, but it also brings unique compliance, billing, and authorization challenges that differ from Medicare.

In our latest article, we share what every home health and hospice agency should consider before partnering with a private insurer, including:
✅ Reimbursement structures and billing processes
✅ Prior authorization and documentation requirements
✅ Audit risks and contract compliance expectations
✅ Operational readiness for payer-specific rules

📖 Read the full guide here: https://thehomehealthconsultant.com/blog/what-to-know-before-working-with-private-insurance-home-health-hospice

A well-prepared approach can mean the difference between a small business decision and a headache.

📢 Heads Up: Application Processing Time Frames as of March 2026
03/02/2026

📢 Heads Up: Application Processing Time Frames as of March 2026

02/26/2026

The full QA deep-dive is here!
Our co-founder Mariam Treystman walks through everything you need to know about Quality Assurance, how QAs prevent deficiencies, support clinicians, strengthen documentation, and protect your agency from costly errors.

▶️ Watch the full episode now! https://youtu.be/ST91a5YPVL8

This is a must-watch for owners, administrators, DPCSs, and anyone overseeing compliance.

🩺 What does QA actually do & why does it matter?In home health and hospice, Quality Assurance (QA) is often misunderstoo...
02/25/2026

🩺 What does QA actually do & why does it matter?

In home health and hospice, Quality Assurance (QA) is often misunderstood as just “chart checking.” But in reality, QA does much more.

📖 Read the full article here: https://thehomehealthconsultant.com/blog/what-does-qa-do-home-health-hospice
A stellar QA doesn’t just prevent deficiencies, it builds a culture of continuous improvement.

02/23/2026

Ever wondered what a QA really does in home health & hospice?
In this week’s episode, Mariam Treystman breaks down the real role of Quality Assurance, why it matters, how it impacts compliance, and what agencies get wrong most often.

Full episode drops Thursday! Read our related article in the meantime👉 https://thehomehealthconsultant.com/blog/what-does-qa-do-home-health-hospice

From chart accuracy to preventing survey deficiencies, QAs are the backbone of agency compliance.

💡 Buy or Start? How to Choose the Right Path for Your California Home Health or Hospice AgencyOpening an agency in Calif...
02/18/2026

💡 Buy or Start? How to Choose the Right Path for Your California Home Health or Hospice Agency

Opening an agency in California comes with unique challenges. One of your first decisions is whether to buy an existing agency or start a new one.

Each route has its pros and cons:
🏗️ Starting fresh offers control and customization, but requires navigating long application timelines.
💼 Buying an existing agency can speed up the process, but carries risk if compliance isn’t carefully reviewed.

In our latest article, we outline what every future agency owner should know before making the investment, including licensing timelines, ownership transfer rules, and financial considerations.

📖 Read the full breakdown here: https://thehomehealthconsultant.com/blog/buy-or-start-home-health-or-hospice-agency-california

02/16/2026

Thinking about starting or buying a home health or hospice agency?
Our co-founder Larry Treystman breaks down the three real paths you can take: what’s faster, what’s riskier, and what most people get wrong.

From startup timelines…
to first-license misconceptions…
to the 36-month rule…
to why due diligence can make or break a purchase…

This upcoming episode is packed with clarity most new agency owners never get upfront.

📘 While you wait for the full podcast to drop this Thursday, read our new article in the meantime — https://thehomehealthconsultant.com/blog/buy-or-start-home-health-or-hospice-agency-california

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