Common indicators of functional decline
Dependence on others for Activities of Daily Living is often a strong indicator of the need for hospice care.
- Decreased oral intake/difficulty swallowing
- Frequent ER visits or hospitalizations
- Persistent weight loss
- Respiratory distress
- Increased pulmonary or pedal edema
- Hypoxia
- Decreased mobility
- Altered mental status
- Uncontrollable Pain
These guidelines above are a tool to help you determine when your patients meet clinical guidelines for hospice eligibility.
No case is too complicated
We admit all patients who are eligible for hospice care, regardless of physical condition or ability to pay. We are among only 4% of hospices nationwide admitting patients who need discretionary, non-curative treatments for comfort, such as radiation, chemotherapy, transfusions and IV medications.
24/7 comfort and support for your patients & families
When physical symptoms are well-controlled, patients can concentrate on meeting their emotional and spiritual needs.
- Pain and symptom control
- Regular nursing visits
- Caregiver guidance and support
- Emotional and spiritual support for the family
- Delivery of medications, equipment and supplies
- Complementary therapies
Partnering with you
During the final six months of life, we can help you reduce hospital readmissions and improve patient-family satisfaction.
- We can assist you with difficult end-of-life care discussions.
- You can continue to be involved in your patients’ care.
- You can continue to bill after you refer to us