Contents 6 Q & A with Edo Banach NewsLine shares a recent discussion between Edo Banach and a journalist who is trying to better understand hospice and the issues of concern to our community. 18 18 Legislative Priorities Review NHPCO's legislative priorities for the 116th Congress that support reforms that improve access and care for patients and families. 22 22 Meet the Board Beginning with a message from Board Chair Greg Wood, we introduce the 2020 board of directors and share a glimpse of our board members volunteering during their recent time in Puerto Rico. 26 HMDCB Certification 28 Care Model Opportunities 32 IDC 2019 Keynotes 6 14 37 We Honor Veterans Quality Connections NHPCO is proud to introduce Quality Connections, a new program that will equip providers with tools and knowledge to excel and will begin with the inaugural offering of the Hospice Quality Certificate Program. 14 Newsline / Spring 2020 3