Medicare-Certified Hospice Volunteer Requirements Explained

💬 Ever wondered why Medicare requires hospice agencies to use volunteers?This week, our co-founder Mariam Treystman breaks down the history, compliance rules, and real-life logistics behind the Hospice Volunteer Program—and why it’s more than just a formality.📌 In this episode:• Why CMS requires volunteers in hospice• What activities volunteers can and can’t do• How to track cost savings and meet the 5% rule• Common pitfalls (and how to avoid them)• Where to find—and keep—great volunteersIf you’re a hospice agency owner or staff member, this episode is your practical guide to making your volunteer program survey-ready ✅📌 Subscribe to The Home Health Consultant Podcast for practical insights and expert-led guidance—every week. 📬 Want tools like this in your inbox? Subscribe to our newsletter: https://thehomehealthconsultant.com/newsletter-sign-up