Home Health Consulting
Proactive provides Home Health Consulting to advance compliance, care quality and reimbursement accuracy.
Home Health Consulting Services:
- Mock Survey & Survey Management
- Mergers and Acquisition Support and Due Diligence
- Start-up and Expansion
- QAPI/Star Ratings/VBP/HHCAHPs
- Interim Management
- Strategic Planning and KPI
- Reimbursement/Finance
- Revenue Cycle Management
- Recruitment and Retention
- P&P Development
- Compliance
- Coaching and Leadership Development
- CCRC service integration
Emergency Preparedness Plan Drills & Tabletop Exercises
Emergency Preparedness Plan Drills & Tabletop Exercises Emergency preparedness can no longer be treated as a “binder on the shelf” requirement. Surveyors increasingly expect Skilled Nursing Facilities to demonstrate that emergency preparedness programs are active,...
Ask Proactive – Does a triggered CAA always require a care plan intervention?
Q: Does a triggered CAA always require a care plan intervention? A: No. A triggered CAA does not automatically mean the resident must have a new or revised care plan intervention. The purpose of the CAA process is to help the interdisciplinary team analyze the...
Major CMS Change for Home Health and Hospice
The major Medicare change announced on May 13, 2026, is a nationwide temporary freeze on new Medicare enrollments for home health agencies and hospice providers. The action was announced by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) as part of a broad...
We engaged Nichole McClain, RN, to conduct a Mock Survey in preparation for our official survey, and the experience was extremely valuable. Nichole’s thorough review, clear feedback, and detailed guidance helped us identify gaps, strengthen compliance, and feel confident in our survey readiness. Following the state survey, she also provided expert support with our Plan of Correction, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely submission. She was professional, knowledgeable, and supportive throughout the entire process. We highly recommend her services to any agency preparing for a survey.
Nichole is extremely knowledgeable regarding home care and guided us to making a huge change that will help our company significantly. Not only was she a huge help, we thoroughly enjoyed being around her!
Nicole’s expertise, attention to detail, and dedication to compliance were evident throughout the entire time we worked together. She was exceptionally thorough in reviewing our policies and operations, offering clear, actionable recommendations that have already made a positive impact.
What stood out most was her kindness and professionalism. She took the time to explain complex requirements in a way that was easy to understand, and treated our team with respect and encouragement. It’s rare to find someone who combines deep regulatory knowledge with such a compassionate and approachable demeanor. We’re grateful for her support and would highly recommend her services to any agency striving for excellence.
We had the absolute pleasure of working with an exceptional home health consultant and her team, Nichole, who truly exceeded our expectations on every level. From the moment Nichole engaged with our agency, her professionalism, knowledge, and commitment to excellence were evident.
Nichole conducted a thorough and highly detailed mock survey that provided us with invaluable insight into our current operations. Her ability to identify gaps, while also offering clear, actionable solutions was instrumental in strengthening our overall compliance and readiness. In addition, she assisted extensively with revising and implementing our policies and procedures to ensure alignment with current regulatory standards.
What truly set Nichole and her team apart was the dedication—she went above and beyond by extending her time with us and staying an additional day to ensure we were fully prepared and survey-ready. That level of commitment speaks volumes about her integrity and passion for the work she does.
Nichole was not only extremely knowledgeable, but also personable, approachable, and hands-on throughout the entire process. She took the time to educate our team, answer questions, and ensure that everyone felt confident moving forward.
We are incredibly grateful for Nichole’s support and will continue to do business with her organization indefinitely. We would highly recommend her services to any home health agency seeking to improve compliance, strengthen operations, and successfully prepare for survey. Their expertise is truly unmatched.