Understanding the Medicare Hospice Benefit

Thursday, October 6, 2011: 2:45 PM-3:45 PM
Primary Presenter:
Susan Balfour, RN
Area of Emphasis: Regulatory/ Compliance
Learning Objectives:
1. List four key differences between hospice and traditional health care
2. Understand the structure of the Federal hospice regulations
3. Identify the key hospice care concepts included in the Conditions of Participation
Relatively new to hospice?  Puzzled at all the references to HMB or the CoPs? This session will shed  light on the situation and provide participants with the basic framework necessary to support the development of deeper understanding and competency. Designed for individuals new to hospice, the session also offers an opportunity for more seasoned hospice professionals to brush up on key structural elements of the Federal hospice regulations.
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