The hospice industry faces one of its most significant changes in decades. Starting October 1, 2025, the HOPE (Hospice Outcomes and Patient Evaluation) Assessment will become a mandatory requirement for all hospices. This new assessment tool is designed to standardize data collection, improve patient care and provide insight into hospice outcomes across the nation. 

However, with such transformative changes come new challenges: 

  • Regulatory Compliance: The HOPE Assessment introduces new requirements for data collection and submission through iQIES, placing additional responsibilities on hospice organizations. 
  • Impact on Workflows: The integration of HOPE into daily operations will require updates to policies, staff training and interdisciplinary team processes. 
  • Focus on Quality and Outcomes: The HOPE Assessment emphasizes patient-centered care and outcomes, which will shape quality improvement initiatives across the hospice industry. 

How McBee Can Help

At McBee, we understand the complexities of these changes and are here to guide your hospice organization through this critical transition. As the gold standard for hospice expertise, we offer a comprehensive suite of services to ensure your team is prepared, compliant and positioned for success: 

  • Education through the McBee Post-Acute Academy: Our on-demand, self-paced courses provide the essential knowledge your team needs to master the HOPE Assessment. Designed by industry experts, these courses include detailed videos, interactive quizzes and actionable insights. 
  • Clinical Consulting Services: Our consultants work alongside your team to streamline clinical workflows, improve documentation and align your processes with new regulatory requirements. 
  • SimpleConnect™ for Hospice: Simplify your submission process with SimpleConnect™ for Hospice, our innovative tool that integrates with iQIES to support data submission and reduce administrative burden.

Join Our Webinar: HOPE Assessment Essentials 

To help hospice organizations navigate these changes, McBee is hosting a 4-hour webinar that covers everything you need to know about the HOPE Assessment: 

  • The structure, purpose and requirements of the HOPE Assessment. 
  • Strategies for accurate and efficient assessment completion. 
  • Insights into how HOPE will impact care planning, interdisciplinary team collaboration and compliance. 
  • Guidance on submission requirements through iQIES. 

This in-depth session will empower your team with the tools and knowledge to confidently embrace the HOPE Assessment and position your organization for success. 

Your Path to Success Starts with McBee 

With decades of experience in hospice education, consulting and technology solutions, McBee is uniquely equipped to help you prepare for this transformative moment.   

Take action now: 

  • Register for our HOPE Assessment Essentials Webinar to get the training your team needs. 
  • Explore our courses in the McBee Post-Acute Academy to deepen your knowledge. 
  • Partner with us for clinical consulting services to ensure your workflows are optimized for HOPE. 
  • Simplify your data submission with SimpleConnect™ for Hospice 
  • and focus on what matters most—your patients. 

Let McBee be your trusted partner in navigating this new era of hospice care. Together, we’ll help you achieve compliance, enhance quality, and thrive in 2025 and beyond. Connect with us today to learn more about how we can support you.

Register today and take the first step toward success!

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Lisa Selman-Holman, JD, BSN, RN, HCS-D, COS-C Vice President, Education & Quality

About the Author

Lisa Selman-Holman, JD, BSN, RN, HCS-D, COS-C, VP of Education and Quality

Lisa Selman-Holman, JD, BSN, RN, HCS-D, COS-C, is the VP of Education & Quality at McBee, bringing over 35 years of expertise in home health and hospice. As a registered nurse and home care attorney, she specializes in regulatory compliance. Lisa has held various roles, from field nurse to executive, managing accreditation surveys, acquisitions, and regulatory crises. In 2004, she founded Selman-Holman & Associates, offering consulting, coding and OASIS review services. Lisa is a renowned educator, known for turning challenges into achievements. Joining McBee in 2021, she leads education initiatives at the Post-Acute Academy, providing courses for home health and hospice staff and executives, including clinical, regulatory and onboarding requirements.

About the Author

Michelle Horner, Manager of Clinical Consulting and Education

Michelle Horner, BSN, RN, HCS-O, HCS-D, HCS-H, COS-S is the Clinical Consulting and Education Manager for McBee. She has more than 30 years of experience in healthcare with an extensive background in critical care and home care. Michelle has been instrumental in the content creation for the McBee Post-Acute Academy. She currently specializes in Quality, Clinical, and Regulatory Consulting and Education. Michelle develops and provides custom on-site client education programs. She speaks regularly for various home care associations. Her expertise regularly appears in the Decision Health Diagnosis Coding Pro and she is a subject matter expert contributor for several Decision Health publications. Michelle currently serves on the AHCC’s Board of Medical Specialty Coding and Compliance Certification HCS-D and HCS-O Committees.

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