Turning Home Care Challenges Into Opportunities During the Federal Medicaid Moratorium

Welcome back to Care to CEO! In this episode, we’re diving into one of the biggest regulatory shake-ups the home health industry has seen in years: a nationwide moratorium impacting new Medicaid enrollments for home health and hospice agencies. If you’re an aspiring care business owner or feeling confused about what these changes mean for your business, you’re not alone.Joining us is Crystal Smith, founder, consultant, and business acquisition advisor, who’s here to separate fact from fear, break down exactly who’s affected, what’s changing, and how you can adapt and thrive in this new environment. From practical advice on building resilient systems to finding new opportunities beyond Medicaid, Crystal shares actionable strategies for staying informed, flexible, and ready to build a lasting business, even in uncertain times.Whether your plans are on pause or you’re searching for the right path forward, this episode is packed with insights, encouragement, and the mindset you need to turn obstacles into opportunities. Let’s jump in!Timestamps:00:00 Medicaid enrollment moratorium impacts03:28 Medicaid moratorium impact on providers06:33 Preparing for business compliance changes11:34 Learning new business rules15:04 Evaluating and Selling Business Assets17:09 Entrepreneurs focusing on their progress22:45 Consultation for health services24:13 Adapting in the care industryCare to CEO - Podcast Show Website - https://caretoceo.com/Crystal Smith - https://sellwithcsmith.com/TopHealth - https://tophealth.care/“Disclaimer: Informational only. Not medical advice. Consult your doctor for guidance.”