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Hospice Admission Process: From Referral to First Visit

A smooth admission process sets the tone for the entire hospice experience. Learn how to optimize your admission workflow.

Noble Hospice Solutions Team

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Hospice Admission Process: From Referral to First Visit

The Referral Stage

Timely response to referrals is critical. Best-in-class hospices aim to make initial contact within hours of receiving a referral.

Eligibility Assessment

Understanding the Medicare hospice benefit eligibility criteria is essential. Document the terminal prognosis clearly.

The Admission Visit

The admission visit should be comprehensive yet patient-centered. Complete required assessments and ensure the patient and family understand what hospice provides.

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