• What is hospice care?​

  • Hospice care is a team of professionals and volunteers who provide physical, psychosocial and spiritual support for the terminally ill patient and patient's family.

• Where can hospice care be provided?​

  • Hospice care can be provided at the patient's primary place of residence; whether it is at home, skilled nursing facility, or any other residential care facility.​

• Can the patient choose his/her choice of physician when enrolled in hospice care?​

  • Yes, the patient can choose his/her own doctor when enrolled in hospice care if the physician agrees to hospice terms.​

• How is the patient determined eligible for hospice?​

  • Eligibility is determined after the hospice nurse has performed the evaluation and the physician has completed a certification of terminal illness.​

• Are there any out of pocket expenses for hospice benefits?​

  • No, hospice benefits are fully funded by Medical or Medicare A.​

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