How to Prepare for EVV Mandates in Your State

Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) is now mandatory for all Medicaid-funded personal care and home health services under the 21st Century Cures Act. But while the federal law sets the foundation, each state has its own approach to implementing EVV—making it essential for home care providers to stay informed and prepared.

With the right tools and strategy, meeting these requirements doesn’t have to be a burden. That’s where ShiftCare comes in. Our Home Care Software is built to support EVV compliance across all states, helping agencies capture accurate visit data, streamline reporting, and reduce admin time—without disrupting care delivery.

Know Your State’s Requirements

Every state is different when it comes to EVV. Some require agencies to use a state-provided system, while others allow you to choose your own software that integrates with a state aggregator. Either way, there are five core data points you must collect for every visit:

• Type of service provided
• Individual receiving the service
• Date and time the service begins and ends
• Name of the caregiver
• Location of service delivery

ShiftCare’s software captures all of this information in real-time, helping you meet your state’s requirements with confidence. Whether you operate in an open model like Texas or a state-directed one like Ohio, ShiftCare helps ensure nothing falls through the cracks.

Automate Data Collection with Smart Tools

Manual tracking puts your agency at risk for errors, missed data, and compliance issues. With ShiftCare, EVV data is collected automatically through GPS-enabled check-ins, digital timesheets, and in-app documentation. Caregivers can log their shifts from anywhere using our mobile app—no need for pen and paper.

The platform also supports real-time shift visibility, alerts for missed visits, and exportable reports formatted for Medicaid billing. All of this makes compliance smoother, faster, and more reliable—especially during audits.

Empower Your Team with Simple, Reliable Software

Getting your staff on board with EVV can feel like a big lift—but it doesn’t have to be. ShiftCare is designed to be intuitive and easy to use. Caregivers can clock in and out, leave notes, and check client details from their phone with just a few taps.

Administrators benefit from centralized scheduling, compliance alerts, and full visibility into each visit—allowing them to focus on quality care, not chasing paperwork.

Be Audit-Ready, Always

EVV compliance means more than just collecting data. It means being able to prove care was delivered—and having documentation ready when Medicaid or your state regulators come knocking. ShiftCare stores everything securely and allows you to access visit logs, care notes, and incident reports instantly.

This kind of visibility not only protects your agency from penalties—it also builds trust with funders, clients, and families.

ShiftCare Makes EVV Compliance Easier

Preparing for EVV mandates doesn’t have to overwhelm your team. With ShiftCare, you get a trusted Home Care Software solution that adapts to your state’s EVV model, automates documentation, and supports your staff every step of the way.

Start your free trial or schedule a personalized demo today—and feel confident about your EVV readiness.

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