Health Plans Expand Palliative Care Partnerships to Support Home-Based Care
An article in McKnight’s Home Care reports that major health plans, including Humana, Blue Cross NC, and AmeriHealth New Jersey, are partnering with palliative care providers to expand access to symptom management, caregiver support, and coordinated care for people living with a serious illness. Industry leaders say the trend reflects growing recognition that palliative care should be introduced earlier and integrated alongside ongoing treatment, particularly as health care shifts toward value-based care models.