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The National Coalition for Hospice and Palliative Care (The Coalition) is comprised of 13 national organizations dedicated to improving the care of people living with serious illness.
News & Updates
“Heard and Understood” Quality Measure Among the Coalition Recommendations on the proposed CY ’24 updates to the PFS
Our members formed consensus-based recommendations on the Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) proposed rule for the calendar year 2024 that were submitted to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). One of the key priorities of The Coalition is to...
National Coalition Appoints Dr. Jessica A. Hausauer as New Executive Director
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 28, 2023—The National Coalition for Hospice and Palliative Care (NCHPC), which works to improve the care of people with serious or life-limiting illnesses by convening the field, advocating for equitable policies and improved health...
NCPPC Task Force Hosted 2nd Convening in Chicago
The National Pediatric Palliative Care Task Force, an initiative of the National Coalition of Hospice and Palliative Care, hosted its 2nd annual convening in Chicago this summer. There were lots of hugs and high fives to go around, as this talented group of...
Our Vision
All patients, families and caregivers who need it will have access to quality hospice and palliative care.
Our Mission
Work together to present a united voice to the public and policy makers in order to improve the care of people with serious or life-limiting illnesses.
Strategic Priorities
Advocacy
Coordinate an advocacy agenda to speak with a consistent voice to policy makers.
Payment
Help prepare the field for a risk-bearing reimbursement environment.
Quality
Lead the implementation of national palliative care guidelines with key stakeholders.
Research
Develop a coordinated research advocacy strategy with key partners.
Workforce
Develop an interdisciplinary workforce assessment and strategy.