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# Hospice & Palliative Care Association of Iowa

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## Pages

- [](https://www.hpcai.org/) - HPCAI The Hospice and Palliative Care Association of Iowa (HPCAI) is a voluntary membership association representing Iowa hospice and palliative care agencies providing care to individuals with serious and life-limiting illnesses through various locations across the state. The association is governed by a board of directors and was established in 1981.
- [HPCAI Leadership](https://www.hpcai.org/index.php/hpcai-leadership/) - HPCAI Leadership President Sara Krieger, CEO, Iowa City Hospice and Visiting Nurse Association of Johnson County President-elect Tonya Oolman, Hospice Manager, Cherokee Regional Medical Center Treasurer Jackie Brehm, Financial Director, Hospice of Dubuque Secretary Briana Hilmer, Statewide Clinical Director, St. Croix Hospice Past-president Angie Meyer, Manager, Emplify Health at West Union – Home Health
- [About Us](https://www.hpcai.org/index.php/about-us/) - Our Mission HPCAI strives to be the statewide leader in the enhancement of end-of-life care through representation of and service to hospice and palliative care providers. Our Vision HPCAI supports Iowan’s access to quality palliative and hospice care consistent with their individual needs. HPCAI Leader Spotlight
- [Districts](https://www.hpcai.org/index.php/districts/) - Upcoming 2025-2026 district meetings: District 1 9 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025, virtual District 2 1 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025 District 3 1 p.m. Friday, Jan. 9, 2026 District 4 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 18, 2025 For Zoom information, email the appropriate district representative: District 1 – Erin Dausel District 2 – Lavonne Noel
- [HPCAI Education](https://www.hpcai.org/index.php/hpcai-education/) - 2025 Hospice and Palliative Care Association of Iowa Fall Conference Monday, Dec. 1 and Tuesday, Dec. 2 Iowa Hospital Association Conference Center, 100 E. Grand Ave., Des Moines The 2025 Hospice and Palliative Care Association of Iowa Fall Conference offers educational opportunities for hospice and palliative care professionals. This conference features a variety of clinical,
- [HPCAI Sponsorships](https://www.hpcai.org/index.php/hpcai-sponsorships/) - Sponsorship Menu Become a Sponsor Now Application Link
- [State Advocacy](https://www.hpcai.org/index.php/state-advocacy/) - HPCAI advocates all year on behalf of our members and works with legislators and state agencies to make sure hospice and Palliative Care has a voice in local government. The HPCAI Advocacy committee sets the legislative agenda along with the HPCAI Board of Directors. The Advocacy Committee develops strategies to address these areas: Legislative: Monitor current state
- [Information for Consumers](https://www.hpcai.org/index.php/information-for-consumers/) - What is Hospice Care? Considered to be the model for quality, compassionate care for people facing a life-limiting illness or injury, hospice care involves a team-oriented approach to expert medical care, pain management, and emotional and spiritual support expressly tailored to the patient's needs and wishes. Support is provided to the patient's loved ones as well. At
- [HPCAI  Advocacy](https://www.hpcai.org/index.php/advocacy/) - Advocacy As the only association dedicated solely to this segment of the health care industry, HPCAI positions itself as the voice of hospice care in the state of Iowa. HPCAI advocates all year on behalf of our members and works with legislators and state agencies, including the governor's office, Congress, the White House and various state and
- [Job Postings](https://www.hpcai.org/index.php/job-postings/) - The website www.hospicechoices.com is an excellent resource to use if you are seeking a new position in another state or if you are trying to fill a position in your organization. Below are positions available at HPCAI member institutions. Please contact the facility identified for more information. Hospice Social Worker – Bachelor’s Level (BSW) ESSENCE OF LIFE
- [Provider Resources](https://www.hpcai.org/index.php/hpcai-information/) - Join HPCAI Membership application HPCAI Initiatives The Conversation Project We honor Veterans Quick Links American Academy of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (AAHPM) Hospice & Palliative Nurses Association Hospice item set The Hospice and Palliative Care Association of Iowa (HPCAI) has several resources available for hospice and palliative care providers, including networking groups, list serves, newsletter
- [Workforce resources](https://www.hpcai.org/index.php/workforce-resources/) - Iowa Center for Nursing Workforce Iowa Board of Nursing Guidance to Surveyors for Long Term Care Facilities, page 413
- [Contact Your Legislator](https://www.hpcai.org/index.php/contact-your-legislator/) - Coming soon.
- [Federal Advocacy](https://www.hpcai.org/index.php/federal-advocacy/) - HPCAI advocates on a federal level in partnership with the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO). NHPCO is the largest nonprofit membership organization representing hospice and palliative care programs and professionals in the United States. The organization is committed to improving end-of-life care and expanding access to hospice care with the goal of profoundly
- [](https://www.hpcai.org/index.php/information/)
- [Survey information](https://www.hpcai.org/index.php/survey-information/) - Jan. 14, 2022 – Injunction lifted, Guidance for the Interim Final Rule - Medicare and Medicaid Programs; Omnibus COVID-19 Health Care Staff VaccinationDec. 21, 2021 - Vaccination Regulation: Enforcement of Rule Imposing Vaccine Requirement for Health Care Staff in Medicare-and Medicaid-certified Providers and SuppliersOct. 20, 2021 - Upcoming rulemaking for survey and enforcement requirements for
- [End-of-life Care resources](https://www.hpcai.org/index.php/end-of-life-care-resources/) - Coming soon
- [Billing and Reimbursement](https://www.hpcai.org/index.php/billing-and-reimbursement/) - Sign up to receive Iowa Medicaid Enterprise informational letters. June 1, 2022 - Announcing InterQual Connect™ on the Iowa Total Care Provider Portal.May 12, 2022 - Hospice Billing Update Effective June 1, 2022Feb. 20, 2022 - Public Health Emergency (PHE) COVID-19 RegulationsOct. 20, 2021 - Upcoming rulemaking for survey and enforcement requirements for hospice programsApril 6,
- [Billing and Claims Resources](https://www.hpcai.org/index.php/billing-and-claims-resources/)
- [Affiliate Groups](https://www.hpcai.org/index.php/affiliate-groups/) - NHPCO The National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) is the largest nonprofit membership organization representing hospice and palliative care programs and professionals in the United States. The organization is committed to improving end of life care and expanding access to hospice care with the goal of profoundly enhancing quality of life for people dying in