Hospice Emergency Regulations Webinar Series
Session details, learning objectives, and speakers for CAHSAH's implementation-focused webinar series.
Session Details
Each webinar focuses on a major operational area of the hospice emergency regulations and provides practical strategies to support compliance and implementation.
Listen Before the July 15 Webinar
Start with the companion podcast, then join the live webinar for deeper implementation guidance and faculty discussion.
Listen on SpotifyHospice Management Qualifications
Session Overview
Effective leadership begins with understanding the regulatory requirements governing hospice management.
This session reviews the qualifications, responsibilities, and oversight expectations for hospice administrators, directors of patient care services, medical directors, and their designees. Participants will also explore regulatory flexibility available to hospice programs while ensuring continued compliance with California's emergency regulations.
Learning Objectives
- Interpret the applicable regulatory requirements.
- Evaluate organizational readiness and identify compliance gaps.
- Implement practical operational strategies and documentation processes.
- Strengthen survey readiness and ongoing compliance.
Podcast Episode Coming Soon
The companion podcast for this webinar will be added here when available.
Geographic Service Area Requirements (GSA) & Unmet Needs
Session Overview
Hospice providers must carefully define and manage their geographic service areas to ensure timely access to care and regulatory compliance.
This session reviews service area requirements, operational implications, staffing considerations, and documentation expectations. Participants will learn practical strategies for evaluating current service areas and planning for sustainable growth.
Learning Objectives
- Interpret the applicable regulatory requirements and calculations for GSA.
- Evaluate organizational readiness and identify compliance gaps.
- Implement practical operational strategies and documentation processes.
- Strengthen survey readiness and ongoing compliance.
Podcast Episode Coming Soon
The companion podcast for this webinar will be added here when available.
Nurse Staffing Ratios & Patient Acuity System
Session Overview
New staffing requirements place greater emphasis on aligning clinical resources with patient needs.
This session reviews nurse staffing ratio requirements, patient acuity systems, documentation expectations, and operational planning. Participants will learn how to implement staffing models that support both compliance and quality patient care.
Learning Objectives
- Interpret the applicable regulatory requirements.
- Evaluate organizational readiness and identify compliance gaps.
- Implement practical operational strategies and documentation processes.
- Strengthen survey readiness and ongoing compliance.
Podcast Episode Coming Soon
The companion podcast for this webinar will be added here when available.
Policies & Procedures
Session Overview
Policies and procedures serve as the operational foundation for regulatory compliance.
This session reviews required hospice policies, documentation standards, governance responsibilities, and implementation strategies. Participants will learn how to review, revise, and maintain policies that reflect current emergency regulations and support organizational consistency.
Learning Objectives
- Interpret the applicable regulatory requirements.
- Evaluate organizational readiness and identify policies and procedures required for compliance.
- Implement practical operational strategies and documentation processes.
- Strengthen survey readiness and ongoing compliance.
Podcast Episode Coming Soon
The companion podcast for this webinar will be added here when available.
Medical Records & Administrative Infrastructure
Session Overview
Compliant documentation systems and administrative infrastructure are essential components of hospice operations.
This session explores requirements related to clinical records, electronic health records, personnel files, and office space. Participants will gain practical guidance for organizing documentation systems that support both patient care and regulatory readiness.
Learning Objectives
- Interpret the applicable regulatory requirements, including documentation requirements.
- Evaluate organizational readiness and identify compliance gaps.
- Implement practical operational strategies and documentation processes.
- Strengthen survey readiness and compliance with record storage requirements, including CHOLs and CHOWs.
Podcast Episode Coming Soon
The companion podcast for this webinar will be added here when available.
Hospice Management Orientation & Annual Education
Session Overview
Education and competency are essential to maintaining regulatory compliance.
This session reviews orientation requirements for hospice management personnel and annual education expectations for leadership. Participants will learn strategies for developing effective education programs that promote compliance, leadership development, and organizational accountability.
Learning Objectives
- Interpret the applicable regulatory requirements for education hours required for new leadership and annual education.
- Evaluate organizational readiness and identify compliance gaps.
- Implement practical operational strategies and tracking processes.
- Strengthen survey readiness and ongoing compliance.
Podcast Episode Coming Soon
The companion podcast for this webinar will be added here when available.
CDPH Notification Requirements
Session Overview
This session provides practical guidance for interpreting the applicable hospice emergency regulation, implementing compliant operational processes, strengthening documentation and survey readiness, and translating regulatory requirements into sustainable organizational practices.
Learning Objectives
- Interpret the applicable regulatory requirements.
- Evaluate organizational readiness and identify time-sensitive notifications to CDPH.
- Implement practical operational strategies and documentation processes necessary for CDPH communication.
- Strengthen survey readiness and ongoing compliance.
Podcast Episode Coming Soon
The companion podcast for this webinar will be added here when available.
Admissions, Assessments, Plan of Care, Quality & Compliance
Session Overview
This session provides practical guidance for interpreting the applicable hospice emergency regulation, implementing compliant operational processes, strengthening documentation and survey readiness, and translating regulatory requirements into sustainable organizational practices.
Learning Objectives
- Interpret the applicable clinical and patient care regulatory requirements.
- Evaluate organizational readiness and identify compliance gaps.
- Implement practical operational strategies and documentation processes.
- Strengthen survey readiness and ongoing compliance.
Registration Fees
| Member | Non-Member |
|---|---|
| First Attendee $699 |
First Attendee $1,398 |
| Each Additional Attendee $349.50 |
Each Additional Attendee $699 |
Hospice Emergency Regulations Webinar Series
Session details, learning objectives, and speakers for CAHSAH's implementation-focused webinar series.
Session Details
Each webinar focuses on a major operational area of the hospice emergency regulations and provides practical strategies to support compliance and implementation.
Companion Podcast
Listen Before the July 15 Webinar
Start with the companion podcast, then join the live webinar for deeper implementation guidance and faculty discussion.
Listen on Spotify
Session 1
Wednesday, July 15, 2026
Hospice Management Qualifications
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (PT)
Session Overview
Effective leadership begins with understanding the regulatory requirements governing hospice management.
This session reviews the qualifications, responsibilities, and oversight expectations for hospice administrators, directors of patient care services, medical directors, and their designees. Participants will also explore regulatory flexibility available to hospice programs while ensuring continued compliance with California's emergency regulations.
Learning Objectives
- Interpret the applicable regulatory requirements.
- Evaluate organizational readiness and identify compliance gaps.
- Implement practical operational strategies and documentation processes.
- Strengthen survey readiness and ongoing compliance.
Speakers: Cindy Hatton, RN, PHN, MSN, Hatton Consulting; Sharon Fredrichs, RN, BSN, PHN, CPHQ, S&S Home Care Consulting
Companion Podcast
Podcast Episode Coming Soon
The companion podcast for this webinar will be added here when available.
Session 2
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Geographic Service Area Requirements (GSA) & Unmet Needs
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (PT)
Session Overview
Hospice providers must carefully define and manage their geographic service areas to ensure timely access to care and regulatory compliance.
This session reviews service area requirements, operational implications, staffing considerations, and documentation expectations. Participants will learn practical strategies for evaluating current service areas and planning for sustainable growth.
Learning Objectives
- Interpret the applicable regulatory requirements and calculations for GSA.
- Evaluate organizational readiness and identify compliance gaps.
- Implement practical operational strategies and documentation processes.
- Strengthen survey readiness and ongoing compliance.
Speakers: Eric Peterson, RPT, Director of Compliance, Central Coast VNA & Hospice; Sharon Fredrichs, RN, BSN, PHN, CPHQ, S&S Home Care Consulting
Companion Podcast
Podcast Episode Coming Soon
The companion podcast for this webinar will be added here when available.
Session 3
Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Nurse Staffing Ratios & Patient Acuity System
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (PT)
Session Overview
New staffing requirements place greater emphasis on aligning clinical resources with patient needs.
This session reviews nurse staffing ratio requirements, patient acuity systems, documentation expectations, and operational planning. Participants will learn how to implement staffing models that support both compliance and quality patient care.
Learning Objectives
- Interpret the applicable regulatory requirements.
- Evaluate organizational readiness and identify compliance gaps.
- Implement practical operational strategies and documentation processes.
- Strengthen survey readiness and ongoing compliance.
Speakers: Cindy Hatton, RN, PHN, MSN, Hatton Consulting; Annette Lee, RN, MSN, HCS-D, COS-C, Provider Insights
Companion Podcast
Podcast Episode Coming Soon
The companion podcast for this webinar will be added here when available.
Session 4
Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Policies & Procedures
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (PT)
Session Overview
Policies and procedures serve as the operational foundation for regulatory compliance.
This session reviews required hospice policies, documentation standards, governance responsibilities, and implementation strategies. Participants will learn how to review, revise, and maintain policies that reflect current emergency regulations and support organizational consistency.
Learning Objectives
- Interpret the applicable regulatory requirements.
- Evaluate organizational readiness and identify policies and procedures required for compliance.
- Implement practical operational strategies and documentation processes.
- Strengthen survey readiness and ongoing compliance.
Speakers: Sharon Fredrichs, RN, BSN, PHN, CPHQ, S&S Home Care Consulting; Eric Peterson, RPT, Director of Compliance, Central Coast VNA & Hospice
Companion Podcast
Podcast Episode Coming Soon
The companion podcast for this webinar will be added here when available.
Session 5
Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Medical Records & Administrative Infrastructure
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (PT)
Session Overview
Compliant documentation systems and administrative infrastructure are essential components of hospice operations.
This session explores requirements related to clinical records, electronic health records, personnel files, and office space. Participants will gain practical guidance for organizing documentation systems that support both patient care and regulatory readiness.
Learning Objectives
- Interpret the applicable regulatory requirements, including documentation requirements.
- Evaluate organizational readiness and identify compliance gaps.
- Implement practical operational strategies and documentation processes.
- Strengthen survey readiness and compliance with record storage requirements, including CHOLs and CHOWs.
Speakers: Sharon Fredrichs, RN, BSN, PHN, CPHQ, S&S Home Care Consulting; Eric Peterson, RPT, Director of Compliance, Central Coast VNA & Hospice
Companion Podcast
Podcast Episode Coming Soon
The companion podcast for this webinar will be added here when available.
Session 6
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
Hospice Management Orientation & Annual Education
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (PT)
Session Overview
Education and competency are essential to maintaining regulatory compliance.
This session reviews orientation requirements for hospice management personnel and annual education expectations for leadership. Participants will learn strategies for developing effective education programs that promote compliance, leadership development, and organizational accountability.
Learning Objectives
- Interpret the applicable regulatory requirements for education hours required for new leadership and annual education.
- Evaluate organizational readiness and identify compliance gaps.
- Implement practical operational strategies and tracking processes.
- Strengthen survey readiness and ongoing compliance.
Speakers: Cindy Hatton, RN, PHN, MSN, Hatton Consulting; Annette Lee, RN, MSN, HCS-D, COS-C, Provider Insights
Companion Podcast
Podcast Episode Coming Soon
The companion podcast for this webinar will be added here when available.
Session 7
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
CDPH Notification Requirements
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (PT)
Session Overview
This session provides practical guidance for interpreting the applicable hospice emergency regulation, implementing compliant operational processes, strengthening documentation and survey readiness, and translating regulatory requirements into sustainable organizational practices.
Learning Objectives
- Interpret the applicable regulatory requirements.
- Evaluate organizational readiness and identify time-sensitive notifications to CDPH.
- Implement practical operational strategies and documentation processes necessary for CDPH communication.
- Strengthen survey readiness and ongoing compliance.
Speakers: Sharon Fredrichs, RN, BSN, PHN, CPHQ, S&S Home Care Consulting; Annette Lee, RN, MSN, HCS-D, COS-C, Provider Insights
Companion Podcast
Podcast Episode Coming Soon
The companion podcast for this webinar will be added here when available.
Session 8
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
Admissions, Assessments, Plan of Care, Quality & Compliance
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (PT)
Session Overview
This session provides practical guidance for interpreting the applicable hospice emergency regulation, implementing compliant operational processes, strengthening documentation and survey readiness, and translating regulatory requirements into sustainable organizational practices.
Learning Objectives
- Interpret the applicable clinical and patient care regulatory requirements.
- Evaluate organizational readiness and identify compliance gaps.
- Implement practical operational strategies and documentation processes.
- Strengthen survey readiness and ongoing compliance.
Speakers: Cindy Hatton, RN, PHN, MSN, Hatton Consulting; Sharon Fredrichs, RN, BSN, PHN, CPHQ, S&S Home Care Consulting; Annette Lee, RN, MSN, HCS-D, COS-C, Provider Insights
Registration Fees
Member
Non-Member
First Attendee
$699
First Attendee
$1,398
Each Additional Attendee
$349.50
Each Additional Attendee
$699
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Hospice Emergency Regulations Webinar Series
Session details, learning objectives, and speakers for CAHSAH's implementation-focused webinar series.
Session Details
Each webinar focuses on a major operational area of the hospice emergency regulations and provides practical strategies to support compliance and implementation.
Listen Before the July 15 Webinar
Start with the companion podcast, then join the live webinar for deeper implementation guidance and faculty discussion.
Listen on SpotifyHospice Management Qualifications
Session Overview
Effective leadership begins with understanding the regulatory requirements governing hospice management.
This session reviews the qualifications, responsibilities, and oversight expectations for hospice administrators, directors of patient care services, medical directors, and their designees. Participants will also explore regulatory flexibility available to hospice programs while ensuring continued compliance with California's emergency regulations.
Learning Objectives
- Interpret the applicable regulatory requirements.
- Evaluate organizational readiness and identify compliance gaps.
- Implement practical operational strategies and documentation processes.
- Strengthen survey readiness and ongoing compliance.
Podcast Episode Coming Soon
The companion podcast for this webinar will be added here when available.
Geographic Service Area Requirements (GSA) & Unmet Needs
Session Overview
Hospice providers must carefully define and manage their geographic service areas to ensure timely access to care and regulatory compliance.
This session reviews service area requirements, operational implications, staffing considerations, and documentation expectations. Participants will learn practical strategies for evaluating current service areas and planning for sustainable growth.
Learning Objectives
- Interpret the applicable regulatory requirements and calculations for GSA.
- Evaluate organizational readiness and identify compliance gaps.
- Implement practical operational strategies and documentation processes.
- Strengthen survey readiness and ongoing compliance.
Podcast Episode Coming Soon
The companion podcast for this webinar will be added here when available.
Nurse Staffing Ratios & Patient Acuity System
Session Overview
New staffing requirements place greater emphasis on aligning clinical resources with patient needs.
This session reviews nurse staffing ratio requirements, patient acuity systems, documentation expectations, and operational planning. Participants will learn how to implement staffing models that support both compliance and quality patient care.
Learning Objectives
- Interpret the applicable regulatory requirements.
- Evaluate organizational readiness and identify compliance gaps.
- Implement practical operational strategies and documentation processes.
- Strengthen survey readiness and ongoing compliance.
Podcast Episode Coming Soon
The companion podcast for this webinar will be added here when available.
Policies & Procedures
Session Overview
Policies and procedures serve as the operational foundation for regulatory compliance.
This session reviews required hospice policies, documentation standards, governance responsibilities, and implementation strategies. Participants will learn how to review, revise, and maintain policies that reflect current emergency regulations and support organizational consistency.
Learning Objectives
- Interpret the applicable regulatory requirements.
- Evaluate organizational readiness and identify policies and procedures required for compliance.
- Implement practical operational strategies and documentation processes.
- Strengthen survey readiness and ongoing compliance.
Podcast Episode Coming Soon
The companion podcast for this webinar will be added here when available.
Medical Records & Administrative Infrastructure
Session Overview
Compliant documentation systems and administrative infrastructure are essential components of hospice operations.
This session explores requirements related to clinical records, electronic health records, personnel files, and office space. Participants will gain practical guidance for organizing documentation systems that support both patient care and regulatory readiness.
Learning Objectives
- Interpret the applicable regulatory requirements, including documentation requirements.
- Evaluate organizational readiness and identify compliance gaps.
- Implement practical operational strategies and documentation processes.
- Strengthen survey readiness and compliance with record storage requirements, including CHOLs and CHOWs.
Podcast Episode Coming Soon
The companion podcast for this webinar will be added here when available.
Hospice Management Orientation & Annual Education
Session Overview
Education and competency are essential to maintaining regulatory compliance.
This session reviews orientation requirements for hospice management personnel and annual education expectations for leadership. Participants will learn strategies for developing effective education programs that promote compliance, leadership development, and organizational accountability.
Learning Objectives
- Interpret the applicable regulatory requirements for education hours required for new leadership and annual education.
- Evaluate organizational readiness and identify compliance gaps.
- Implement practical operational strategies and tracking processes.
- Strengthen survey readiness and ongoing compliance.
Podcast Episode Coming Soon
The companion podcast for this webinar will be added here when available.
CDPH Notification Requirements
Session Overview
This session provides practical guidance for interpreting the applicable hospice emergency regulation, implementing compliant operational processes, strengthening documentation and survey readiness, and translating regulatory requirements into sustainable organizational practices.
Learning Objectives
- Interpret the applicable regulatory requirements.
- Evaluate organizational readiness and identify time-sensitive notifications to CDPH.
- Implement practical operational strategies and documentation processes necessary for CDPH communication.
- Strengthen survey readiness and ongoing compliance.
Podcast Episode Coming Soon
The companion podcast for this webinar will be added here when available.
Admissions, Assessments, Plan of Care, Quality & Compliance
Session Overview
This session provides practical guidance for interpreting the applicable hospice emergency regulation, implementing compliant operational processes, strengthening documentation and survey readiness, and translating regulatory requirements into sustainable organizational practices.
Learning Objectives
- Interpret the applicable clinical and patient care regulatory requirements.
- Evaluate organizational readiness and identify compliance gaps.
- Implement practical operational strategies and documentation processes.
- Strengthen survey readiness and ongoing compliance.
Registration Fees
| Member | Non-Member |
|---|---|
| First Attendee $699 |
First Attendee $1,398 |
| Each Additional Attendee $349.50 |
Each Additional Attendee $699 |