Patient Retention
Agency's ability to continue providing appropriate home health services for eligible patients.
Definition
Patient Retention refers to an agency's ability to continue providing appropriate home health services for eligible patients throughout the authorized episode of care.
Why it matters
Maintaining continuity of care supports better outcomes and reduces unnecessary interruptions in treatment. Retention should always reflect ongoing clinical eligibility and patient choice.
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Ep 20Ep 20 · Jul 13, 2026
The Real Cost of Ignoring Nurse Burnout | Jennifer Johnson
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Ep 19Ep 19 · Jul 6, 2026
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Ep 17Ep 17 · Jun 23, 2026
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