Side-by-Side Comparison of Iowa State Law and New CoPs Available

In order to assist HPCAI members in their preparation for the new Medicare Hospice Conditions of Participation (COPs), HPCAI has prepared a side by comparison of the new COPs and Iowa law. The document includes provisions such as: dependent adult abuse requirements, advance directives, requirements for direct care workers, and the state licensure requirements if a program is licensed by the state of Iowa, among other things.

It is important for all hospices to be aware of state requirements so that they can determine which provision will apply. In most instances, the strictest provision is applicable.

The document is HPCAI's best effort of compiling all pertinent state laws, but HPCAI does not warrant the document to be a complete list. Any member that has questions or identifies any provision that may be missing is encouraged to contact Shannon Strickler at HPCAI.

State Law / CoPs Side-by-Side Comparison

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