In conjunction with our colleagues in Illinois:  the 3rd Annual Hospice Symposium

Session One:
Are You Ready for Your Next Medicare Recertification Survey?
Lisa Meadows MSW, ACHC
Description: This session will cover how various program requirements apply to the survey process and effective strategies for maintaining compliance. Attendees will also learn the impact the Phase 1 and Phase 2 Medicare Conditions of Participation have on the survey process.
Objectives:

• Identify key compliance requirements
• Strengthen survey preparedness practices
• Enhance confidence in the survey process

Session Two:
The Federal Hospice and Palliative Care Landscape
Hillary Loeffler, National Alliance for Care at Home
Description: Learn more about recently introduced bills covering palliative care and hospice blood transfusions and take a high level look at HOPE requirements. We'll also discuss current project integrity and rate setting activities for hospice along with covering potential regulatory changes in wage index reform and special focus program.
Objectives:

• Discuss recent legislative proposals that would impact Hospice benefits
• Understand how reporting requirements and noncompliance impact the HOPE tool
• Identify two potential regulatory changes for the Medicare hospice benefit

Session Three:
Volunteer and Bereavement Coordination
Victoria Barron MBA, BSN, RN, COS-C, Healthcare Provider Solutions
Description: Bereavement coordinators and volunteers are core pieces to patient care plans. This session will cover bereavement risk assessments and follow-ups, coordinator education requirements, compliance documentation and more. Dive into volunteer management, including tips for recruitment and retention, how to set and protect professional boundaries and ensure your programs are in compliance.
Objectives:

• Discuss regulatory guidelines and requirements for hospice bereavement programs
• Learn how to develop and manage a hospice volunteer program
• Discuss compliance on 5% volunteer requirement, cost savings

Session Four:
Hospice Management & Operations: The Savvy Businessperson’s Guide
Jen Kiehl-Miller MBA, BSN, RN, Hospice Support Specialists
Description: Join us for this insightful session as we unpack what truly makes a hospice program successful, from operational structure and financial management to strategic investment and clinical alignment. We’ll go beyond surface metrics to explore key performance indicators and business principles that are frequently overlooked by hospice leaders, managers, and investors. Whether you’re assessing an acquisition, starting a de novo program, or leading an established hospice, you’ll walk away with actionable insights grounded in real-world experience and current market trends.
Objectives:

• Determine where to strategically invest resources for the greatest long-term return and organizational sustainability
• Identify the most relevant and impactful KPIs for today’s hospice environment
• Gain insight into the key differentiators between thriving hospices and those that struggle or fail Recognize high-value focus areas that enhance your hospice offering
• Learn how to avoid common pitfalls that lead to revenue loss, stalled growth, and increased regulatory risk
• Understand how to build a resilient, growth-ready hospice program with strong market positioning and long-term viability

Session Five:
The HOPE Tool: Submission, Compliance, Impact and Public Reporting
Victoria Barron MBA, BSN, RN, COS-C, Healthcare Provider Solutions
Description: This session will dive into all things HOPE Tool including; definitions, acronyms, timelines for assessments, submission requirements, and more. We'll also cover the impact of HQRP on hospice payments, determining the APU, compliance requirements and HOPE based quality measures. Learn more about submission error correction and the importance of establishing a process for Final Validation Report reviews.
Objectives:

• Discuss the October 1 HOPE Tool Implementation and Timeline for Submissions
• Discuss HOPE Tool’s impact on HQRP and Hospice Annual Payment Updates
• Learn how to manage processes to meet HOPE submission requirements

This conference will be recorded and all attendees will receive a recording link.

REGISTRATION FEE:     Members- $159 per person          Non-members- $299 per person

There are no cancellations or refunds.

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