decisionhealth Newsletters, Answer Books - 2009 Issue 3 (March)
Hospice Model Compliance Plan / Using OIG's hospice model compliance program / Plan of care
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Article Overview
This article explains hospice compliance considerations tied to the plan of care within an OIG model compliance framework. It is aimed at hospice providers, compliance staff, administrators, and medical directors who need a general understanding of oversight expectations, documentation practices, physician responsibilities, and periodic review activities discussed in the article.
Why This Topic Matters
Hospice organizations use written compliance standards to support proper care planning, documentation, and internal monitoring. Understanding the scope of these expectations helps providers evaluate whether their processes align with Medicare and regulatory requirements.
What You Will Learn
- How hospice plan-of-care oversight is framed in a compliance context
- What roles are involved in establishing and reviewing the hospice plan of care
- Why documentation and periodic review are emphasized in hospice compliance programs
- What kinds of internal monitoring activities may be part of hospice oversight
Who Should Read This
- Hospice providers
- Hospice administrators
- Compliance officers
- Medical directors
- Physician staff
- Billing and reimbursement teams
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