“The challenge will be the financial and regulatory requirements to provide home-based care,” said Dr.Hao Feng, an associate professor of dermatology and director of laser surgery and cosmetic dermatology at UConn Health Department of Dermatology. “One can see many more patients and provide a much wider range of procedures safely in the office. The opportunity is that there are likely many patients who would benefit from home-based care, and there is recognition of the need for this kind of service.”
The ‘Wild West’ of Wound Care: High Stakes and High Costs
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Demand for in-home wound care is on the rise, making it an attractive service line for providers. However, expanding into this area can be risky and requires substantial upfront investment. Reimbursement regulations are complex,though value-based care models could position home health providers at the center of treatment plans for patients with important wound care needs.
BrightStar Care Under New Ownership: Plans for Growth
The sale of BrightStar Care to an affiliate of Peak Rock Capital in March 2025 marked a significant event in the industry. Six months later, BrightStar’s CEO, Andrew Ray, shared the company’s plans to double in size within five years and re-franchise its direct business.
Ray acknowledged the challenges of transitioning from a founder-led company to one backed by private equity.”The team’s never worked for private equity before,” he said. “Most of the team has worked for 20-plus years with an owner-founder. A lot of the team is going through the natural growth of understanding what it’s like to work with an institutional money group, as opposed to an owner-founder. There are very good parts and challenging parts.”
Outdated technology in home healthcare settings poses significant risks,from data breaches to compromised patient care,according to industry experts.
Tech Troubles at Home: Why Upgrades are No Longer Optional
A growing number of home-based care providers are realizing that clinging to legacy systems isn’t just inconvenient-it’s a serious liability.
- Home-based care providers using outdated technology face increased risks of data breaches and compliance issues.
- Workforce stability is a critical factor in mergers and acquisitions within the home-based care industry.
- Expert schedulers are essential for efficient and effective home health agency operations.
- Research divisions are proving valuable for providers like Bayada and VNS Health, leading to improved outcomes and negotiating power.
- Attracting and retaining younger workers requires new strategies,including social media and clear career paths.
The home-based care industry is rapidly evolving, but a surprising number of providers are still relying on technology that’s past its prime. While the focus often lands on the newest innovations, overlooking the consequences of outdated systems can be a costly mistake.
“Outdated tech limits productivity, frustrates staff and falls short of patient expectations,” said Dr. Adam Groff, CEO of New Hampshire-based Maribel Health. “It also makes it harder to provide the right care at the right time – especially as costs rise and reimbursement tightens.”
Dealmakers Demand Stability: Workforce Woes Complicate M&A
Difficulties in hiring and retaining staff are a persistent challenge in home-based care, and these issues are increasingly impacting mergers and acquisitions. Workforce-related liabilities can stall or even halt deals, as buyers-particularly private equity firms-prioritize a company’s ability to attract and retain employees.
providers looking to sell with high turnover rates should anticipate scrutiny from potential buyers. those with robust workforce data or technology supporting stability are more likely to be attractive acquisition targets.
The Unsung Heroes of Home Health: Why schedulers Matter
coordinating home health visits is a complex undertaking, and exper
