On Monday September 16th, 2024 CMS posted the final version of the HOPE (Hospice Outcomes and Patient Evaluation) tool that is effective beginning October 1, 2025. The HOPE tool will take the place of the HIS (Hospice Item Set) but does include many of the same items. Medicare-certified hospices will complete HOPE records for all…
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Hospice Outcomes & Patient Evaluation (HOPE)
The Hospice Outcomes & Patient Evaluation (HOPE) Cheat Sheet outlines CMS’ design for a new assessment tool for all hospice agencies. Although still in the developmental stages, the assessment strives to be patient-centered to create a more positive end of life experience.
