Compassus

Yes, Medicare and insurance companies enable patients and families to change providers once during each benefit period. Hospice services start with two 90-day benefit periods, followed by an unlimited number of 60-day benefit periods.

If a patient has a critical needs, we provide equipment or meds as soon as possible; many times within hours. Availability can create delays, but please know that we try to respond as quickly as possible.

Doctor-directed care Management of pain and other symptoms Nursing care from hospice-trained RNs Hospice aides Medications related to the hospice diagnosis Medical equipment, including hospital bed, oxygen, chairs and more Personal care supplies related to the hospice diagnosis Short-term inpatient care, also called respite care Continuous care during crisis periods Physical, occupational, dietary, speech and respiratory therapies Medical social worker to help navigate the medical system Help with transitions Crisis counseling Spiritual care and support Pre-bereavement counseling and ongoing grief support Trained volunteers Some locations offer services including music therapy, pet therapy and more