Hospice in ECF Handout - Home Care Information Network
Hospice in ECF Handout - Home Care Information Network
Hospice in ECF Handout - Home Care Information Network
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HOSPICE EDUCATION NETWORKProvid<strong>in</strong>g <strong>Hospice</strong> <strong>in</strong> Extended <strong>Care</strong> Facilities by Carla BravemanContracts Initiates the relationship Specify responsibilities: <strong>Hospice</strong> Facility Shared Specify payment structure/ timel<strong>in</strong>es/ $ Specify term Must be signed prior to provid<strong>in</strong>g careCopyright © 2007Responsibilities: Facility 24/7 Room and Board Comply with life safety codes Show respect for the patient and carefor them w/ dignity 24/7 visit<strong>in</strong>g hours <strong>in</strong>clud<strong>in</strong>g kids Provide meal services Allow personal belong<strong>in</strong>gsCopyright © 2007Responsibilities: Facility, cont. Participate <strong>in</strong> the development of thecare plan Notify <strong>Hospice</strong> of change <strong>in</strong> condition Provide medications, medicalequipment, supplies, and otherservices for non-hospice diagnosis(based on payer)Copyright © 2007HEN Copyright 2007www.hospiceonl<strong>in</strong>e.com4