What are the eligibility criteria for hospice care?
Hospice care is usually reserved for patients whose life expectancy is six months or less. A physician must certify the medical eligibility of the patient before hospice care can begin. In addition to a terminal diagnosis, other factors that determine eligibility include a decline in the patient's condition, continued weight loss, worsening of symptoms, and an increase in hospitalizations. Hospice care is also available to those patients who have chosen to stop aggressive treatment for their condition and focus on the quality of their remaining days. Additionally, patients must be willing to receive hospice services and agree with the plan of care designed for them.
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