Admission into Hospice
Hospice care is
appropriate for those persons who have a
life-limiting illness with an approximate life
expectancy of six months or less. Hospice patients
agree to accept treatments that focuses on symptom
management rather than cure. All patients remain
under the care of an attending physician who gives
consent to hospice services.
The patient’s physician,
as well as the patient, a family member or friend,
may initiate hospice services by calling our
Admissions Coordinator. Once a referral has been
made, our Admissions Coordinator schedules a visit
to meet the patient and family and answer
questions. Following this visit, a hospice nurse
and social worker meet with the patient and family
to assess their needs and develop a plan to meet
those needs.
The
patient may live at home alone or with a caregiver,
in a nursing home, hospital or an adult care
facility. Our "Living Alone" program is
specifically designed to help ensure safety and
allow independence for patients without a
caregiver.
Hospice care is funded through Medicare, Medicaid,
and most private insurance plans. Care is provided
regardless of ability to pay. Donations received
throughout the year allow us to provide care
regardless of ability to pay. For more information
on hospice reimbursement,
click here. |
