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Medicare-Certified Hospice Volunteer Requirements Explained
💬 Ever wondered why Medicare requires hospice agencies to use volunteers?
This week, our co-founder Mariam Treystman breaks down the history, compliance rules, and real-life logistics behind the Hospice Volunteer Program—and why it’s more than just a formality.
📌 In this episode:
• Why CMS requires volunteers in hospice
• What activities volunteers can and can’t do
• How to track cost savings and meet the 5% rule
• Common pitfalls (and how to avoid them)
• Where to find—and keep—great volunteers
If you’re a hospice agency owner or staff member, this episode is your practical guide to making…
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