Welcome to Fall Tops News Stories September 2025

As the seasons shift, so do the conversations shaping Hospice and Palliative Care.  In this week’s episode, host Chris Comeaux and Hospice Analytics expert and co-host Cordt Kassner explore the latest headlines, challenges, and innovations impacting Hospice and Palliative Care.Together, they provide timely insights and thoughtful reflection on what matters most right now for providers, patients, and families, with discussion on the latest trends and insights in Hospice and Palliative Care. Covering a range of topics, including the impact of AI on Hospice Care, the importance of end-of-life visits, and the challenges of Hospice utilization trends.  Also highlights significant events and stories from the Hospice community, such as the launch of a new nursing scholarship program and the impact of Hurricane Helene one year later.More than just a news recap, this episode offers perspective, encouragement, and a reminder of why Hospice and Palliative Care are both urgent and deeply meaningful.  Whether you’re a healthcare leader, frontline caregiver, or simply someone passionate about end-of-life care, this conversation will keep you informed and inspired as we enter the fall season.Highlights• Projected RN, LPN, NP shortages through 2032 and what that means for bedside care• Waste, fraud, abuse headlines and the urgency of last week's visit quality• Byock’s four pillars as a roadmap for standards, data, competition, and brand• Mental health in palliative care and dignity therapy as practical tools• HOPE implementation and iQIES readiness across hospices• Scholarships and legacy programs to build CNA-to-RN pipelines• AI use cases, editing pitfalls, and critical thinking guardrails• PACE vs hospice at end-of-life and “rehab to death” incentives• Utilization trends, COVID death pull-forward, and state disparities• Disaster preparedness lessons when communications fail• Leadership training gaps and the masterclass: return to fundamentalsCo-host:Cordt Kassner, PhD, Publisher of Hospice & Palliative Care Today & CEO and Founder of Hospice AnalyticsHost:Chris Comeaux, President / CEO of Teleios Collaborative Network, Teleios Consulting GroupPlease subscribe, share TCN Talks with a colleague, and help us reach more hospice and palliative leadersTeleios Collaborative Network   /   https://www.teleioscn.org/tcntalkspodcast