Understanding Hospice Eligibility
Hospice is available for patients facing a terminal illness who meet established eligibility guidelines. While every patient is unique, our team can help determine whether hospice is appropriate.
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Common Indicators
A Patient May Benefit From Hospice If They Have:
- Frequent hospitalizations
- Progressive decline despite treatment
- Increasing dependence with daily activities
- Significant weight loss
- Declining functional status
- Advanced stages of a terminal illness
- A prognosis of approximately six months or less if the illness follows its expected course
Eligibility
How Eligibility Is Determined
Eligibility is based on a physician’s clinical judgment, the patient’s condition, and Medicare or insurance guidelines. If you’re unsure whether a patient qualifies, we’re happy to review the situation and provide guidance.
Diagnoses
Diagnoses Often Associated with Hospice
- Cancer
- Heart Disease
- COPD
- Alzheimer's Disease & Dementia
- Stroke
- Parkinson's Disease
- ALS
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
- Other advanced illnesses
Good to Know
A Referral Starts a Conversation
A referral doesn’t automatically mean hospice admission. It simply begins a conversation and allows our team to evaluate the patient’s needs.
Eligibility Questions
Questions About Eligibility?
We’re happy to review a patient’s condition and discuss whether hospice may be appropriate.
