Register 5 Other Hospice Proposed Rule High Points

Why This Topic Matters

Hospices need to monitor CMS proposed rule changes that can affect compliance planning, quality reporting strategy, data exchange efforts, and future reporting requirements. Understanding the scope of these proposals helps organizations prepare comments, assess operational impact, and plan for upcoming regulatory changes.

Article Sections

1. CoPs and competency training

   Discusses proposed hospice conditions of participation changes related to aide competency training and related evaluation standards during the public health emergency transition.

2. CoPs and aide deficiencies

   Covers a related participation proposal focused on hospice aide deficiency review and competency evaluation processes.

3. Quality updates

   Summarizes multiple Hospice Quality Reporting Program proposals, including new measures, public reporting changes, and assessment instrument updates.

4. Health IT

   Addresses a request for information on health information technology, interoperability, and data exchange in hospice care reporting.

5. Health equity

   Reviews an HQRP-focused request for information centered on quality, patient experience, accountability, and equity-related policy themes.