Contents 6 Details on FY2021 Final Rule NHPCO offers an overview of FY2021 Hospice Wage Index Final Rule and shares important implications for providers, including a helpful Q&A with Judi Lund Person on the changes to the Election Statement and new Addendum. 22 22 Facts & Figures NHPCO has released its annual report that provides helpful data on hospice care in the U.S. 26 26 Dr. Byock on 2020 Dr. Ira Byock shares some thoughts on seeing the world prompted by 2020 as he prepares to deliver the opening keynote at VIDC. 32 NHF Gala Recap 33 Pediatric Video and Survey 35 W e Honor Veterans Spotlight 37 Edo Banach Podcast 38 DAC Position Paper 16 6 Quality Care and COVID-19 The importance of quality care continues despite the COVID-19 crisis. Jennifer Kennedy and Missy Ring outline considerations for providers. 16 Newsline / Fall 2020 3