The draft Hospice provider manual (Chapters IV,V, and VI) is now available on the DMAS website for public comment until December 1, 2019.

Updates include changes to the instructions for submitting Hospice admissions and discharges for Fee-for-Service (FFS) individuals. Chapter V has been updated regarding the changes in the payment of hospice services provided for individuals who reside in a nursing facility (NF) or intermediate care facility, i.e., institutional hospice services.