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Hospice News’ Top 10 Stories of 2022

Hospice News

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) developed new approaches for enforcing hospice regulations that will become effective on Jan. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) developed new approaches for enforcing hospice regulations that will become effective on Jan. During late 2021 and 2022, the U.S.

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Hospice in Prison Part 1: An interview with Michele DiTomas and Keith Knauf

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Michele: Yeah, so in May of 2018, there was an article by Suleika Jaouad in the New York Times Magazine, and they spent about two weeks in our hospice with us learning about the work that’s done. And what she found most compelling was the work of the peer workers. We have medical social workers who support the patients.

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Balancing Quality Care and Compliance for Hospice Nurses

Hospice Nurse Hero

Did you know that Medicare is the largest payer for hospice services? For instance, some states allow chaplains and social workers to attend a death. I also enjoy the Hospice and Palliative Nurses Association (HPNA)benefits such as their magazine, study materials, and the ability to maintain my hospice certification.