Frequently asked Questions
How is Hospice Care Covered?
Medicare and Medi-Cal fully cover the cost of hospice care. In the instance in which there is no form of insurance an arrangement can be made with the hospice. Certain HMO insurances also offer hospice benefits.
Eligibility for Hospice Care
There are two criteria to qualify for hospice care. The first is a doctor's certification of terminal illness and the second is the willingness to receive palliative care
Does Hospice Provide Medications?
Necessary medication related to the terminal illness of the patient are provided by hospice. Any medication not related to the terminal illness are not provided by hospice and are patient.family responsibility.
Can a Patient discontinue Hospice Care?
A patient can discontinue hospice services at any given time
Can a Patient's Family be Involved in the Hospice Care?
Family members are very much encouraged to participate in the patient's care as much as possible. If a patient has no family members to assist in care giving, the hospice team will work with a caregiver or willing friends or neighbors of the patients
Does Hospice Provide Medical Supplies and Equipment?
Yes, the hospice will provide any necessary medical supplies and/or equipment
Who will be Involved in Providing Hospice Services?
Hospice services are coordinated and delivered by a team of various healthcare professionals of different disciplines and include but are not limited to physicians, registered nurses, social workers, home health aides, spiritual counselors, therapists, and volunteers.
Can the Patient's Primary Physician work with the Hospice Team?
Necessary medication related to the terminal illness of the patient are provided by hospice. Any medication not related to the terminal illness are not provided by hospice and are patient.family responsibility.
