Innovation Award

Become a Pioneer by Diversifying Home-Based Care to Drive Revenue

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Overview

The Home Centered Care Institute (HCCI), with support from the ELEA Institute, is thrilled to introduce the Innovation Award, an initiative designed to empower Illinois-based palliative care organizations. This FREE program aims to help participants diversify their services, enhance patient care, and drive sustainable revenue through the implementation of Chronic Care Management (CCM).

This is a unique opportunity for palliative care organizations to become pioneers in home-based care. Applications are open until March 15, 2025!

Eligibility Criteria

Think you qualify? Check these requirements: 

Innovation Award Criteria

Community-based palliative care programs operating in one or more of the following Illinois counties:​

  • Boone
  • Cook
  • DeKalb
  • DuPage
  • Kane
  • Kendall
  • Lake
  • LaSalle
  • Lee 
  • McHenry
  • Ogle
  • Will
  • Winnebago

CMS Chronic Care Management Requirements 

Certified Electronic Health Record (EHR) system in place or implemented within 30 days of acceptance.

24/7 patient access to care, including after-hours, on-call services.

Comprehensive CMS requirements can be reviewed here.

Why Apply?

Up to 10 palliative care programs will receive: 

  • Comprehensive CCM Implementation Package (valued at $15,000+) 
    • Revenue projection tool, consulting services, marketing toolkit, and access to HCCI Intelligence™ Premier Resources. 
  • Expert-Led Training 
    • Online courses eligible for AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ and webinars by industry leaders. 
  • Opportunity for Impact 
    • Serve over 13,000 high-needs patients in select Illinois counties.*

 

* Data derived from HCCI’s proprietary software, Confer Analytics®. 

What's Included?

Implementation Support  

  • Expert Guidance: Implementation plan and virtual consultations.  

 

Education & Resources  

  • Online Courses: Including topics for clinical care, coding, and practice operations.  
  • 4-Part Webinar Series: Special focus on CMS requirements and CCM implementation and evaluation.  
  • HCCIntelligence™ Premier Resources: Insights to optimize home-based care.  

 

Future Growth 

  • Expand into caregiver training, behavioral health, and more. 

Get Started Today!

Learn More about the
Innovation Award
Free Feb. 18 Webinar
Live and on-demand, offering a CCM deep dive
Apply Now
Deadline: March 15, 2025
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