Association of Home Care Coding & Compliance

Association of Home Care Coding & Compliance The Association of Home Care Coding & Compliance (AHCC) serves home health & hospice professionals.

02/19/2026

What actually qualifies as a major injury from a fall?

In this AHCC Talk clip, experts unpack CMS definitions, scoring nuances, and common gray areas that can lead to inconsistent reporting — especially for OASIS items J1800 and J1900.

🎧 Hear the full conversation on the most recent episode of AHCC Talk https://hubs.la/Q0433lCz0

Is your home health agency ready for 2026?Payment cuts and rising complexity are here. Download this playbook https://hu...
02/18/2026

Is your home health agency ready for 2026?

Payment cuts and rising complexity are here. Download this playbook https://hubs.la/Q0433hZ-0 to learn how informed coding helps reduce denials, improve accuracy, and protect financial stability.

Get the playbook and stay ahead.

Scenario: A 75-year-old woman is admitted to home health following a recent hospital stay for a vertebroplasty procedure...
02/17/2026

Scenario: A 75-year-old woman is admitted to home health following a recent hospital stay for a vertebroplasty procedure performed to stabilize a traumatic wedge compression fracture of the T12 vertebra. The fracture occurred after a fall in her living room at home. The patient had some redness to the incision site four days post-op and was found to have a subcutaneous abscess in the incision line. The surgeon reopened the incision and left the incision open to heal by secondary intent with application of a wound vac.

Answer: https://hubs.la/Q0433d0D0

02/17/2026

Join this demo https://bit.ly/4bPEObC to see how a powerful coding & OASIS tool delivers the depth of a traditional book—while making your work faster and easier. Save your spot and see it in action.Looking for a smarter way to code and review OASIS?
Join this demo https://bit.ly/4bPEObC to see how a powerful coding & OASIS tool delivers the depth of a traditional book—while making your work faster and easier. Save your spot and see it in action.

02/16/2026

Looking for a smarter way to code and review OASIS?

Join this demo https://hubs.la/Q04331RC0 to see how a powerful coding & OASIS tool delivers the depth of a traditional book—while making your work faster and easier. Save your spot and see it in action.

"Super flu" cases are on the rise Are you confident you're coding influenza correctly? Download this free article https:...
02/12/2026

"Super flu" cases are on the rise

Are you confident you're coding influenza correctly? Download this free article https://hubs.la/Q042pk5G0 to learn which flu codes to use, avoid common coding mistakes, and ensure accuracy and compliance for your most vulnerable home health patients.

02/11/2026

Falls with major injuries are under greater scrutiny than ever — and underreporting carries real risk.

In this AHCC Talk clip, our expert panel explains why accurate assessment and documentation matter, how reporting expectations have shifted, and what agencies should be watching closely as the new FMI Outcome takes effect.

🎧 Listen to the full AHCC Talk episode https://hubs.la/Q042nR_60 for deeper discussion and real-world examples.

The industry was excited last year to have Endocrine 3 (Type 1, Type 2, and Other specified diabetes) added to the low c...
02/10/2026

The industry was excited last year to have Endocrine 3 (Type 1, Type 2, and Other specified diabetes) added to the low comorbidity list, but the subgroup will be removed in 2026 as part of the changes finalized in the 2026 home health payment final rule, released Nov. 28. Read on: https://hubs.la/Q042pWn10

Master OASIS with confidence.Learn how to accurately answer OASIS items while reinforcing core OASIS skills—without slow...
02/06/2026

Master OASIS with confidence.

Learn how to accurately answer OASIS items while reinforcing core OASIS skills—without slowing down your day. This item-by-item training covers the full OASIS assessment and also serves as a prep course for the HCS-O credentialing exam. https://hubs.la/Q0416lJK0

See what the buzz is all about! Watch this video https://hubs.la/Q0416dNR0 to hear from industry leaders on why this is ...
02/03/2026

See what the buzz is all about! Watch this video https://hubs.la/Q0416dNR0 to hear from industry leaders on why this is a can't-miss event—and where the biggest opportunities lie for Medicare, hospice, and private payer agencies in 2026.

Despite payment and workforce challenges ahead, real growth potential exists. Want deeper insights and actionable strategies?

Join us at the Home Care Leadership Summit, May 19–21, 2026, in Orlando, Florida.

Can you solve this OASIS scenario?OASIS Scenario: GG0170I – Walk 10 FeetMrs. P is an 82-year-old patient with COPD and c...
01/29/2026

Can you solve this OASIS scenario?

OASIS Scenario: GG0170I – Walk 10 Feet

Mrs. P is an 82-year-old patient with COPD and continuous oxygen use at 2 L/min via nasal cannula. She is being seen at home following a recent hospitalization for a COPD exacerbation.

During the Start of Care (SOC) assessment, the clinician observes Mrs. P's ability to walk 10 feet in her living room. Upon standing, she becomes mildly short of breath and requires frequent cues to maintain her balance. The clinician provides steadying assistance by holding her gait belt for safety, while the patient's husband walks alongside to manage the oxygen tubing and ensure it does not catch on furniture. Mrs. P initiates the movement but needs significant physical support.

What's the best code selection for GG0170I – Walk 10 feet?
A. 04 – Supervision or touching assistance
B. 03 – Partial/moderate assistance
C. 02 – Substantial/maximal assistance
D. 01 – Dependent

💡 We break down the correct answer — and WHY — in episode a recent episode of AHCC Talk where we explain the hospice HOPE tool!

Catch the recording on your favorite podcast platform, or watch on YouTube now: https://hubs.la/Q0400qZy0

HOPE Is Here: Get Ready with ConfidencePrepare for a smooth transition to the HOPE tool starting October 1. In this free...
01/27/2026

HOPE Is Here: Get Ready with Confidence

Prepare for a smooth transition to the HOPE tool starting October 1. In this free video, https://hubs.la/Q04002sB0 you'll learn what to expect, how HOPE impacts outcomes and patient satisfaction, and how proper implementation can support referral growth for your hospice. Watch now and move forward with clarity and confidence.

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