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The difference we make at Avalon Hospice Care, Inc.

 

Hospice care can dramatically reduce the amount of pain and suffering experienced by a patient and their loved ones.

At AVALON HOSPICE CARE, INC., our close-knit group of caring professionals and trained volunteers are committed to providing our patients with a richer, fuller and more meaningful life in the time that is left to ensure a dignified, comfortable and peaceful experience.

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What is Hospice?

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Hospice Care is a combination of a healthcare program and services designed to meet the special needs of patients and their loved ones in times of crisis due to terminal illness, for which the patient chooses comfort and relief from pain and other symptoms, instead of electing aggressive treatment.
The decision to elect Hospice Care is a personal choice. This choice enables freedom and respect to people who are close to the end of their journeys. Choosing hospice services allows them to consider a plan for the changes and struggles they are facing. Hospice care nourishes every minute of a person's life, making it more dignified and appreciated.

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Who is eligible for Hospice Care?

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A hospice patient must have a prognosis of six months or less if the disease runs its normal course.

The prognosis must be certified by the patient's primary care physician as well as the hospice medical director. Hospice care can continue beyond six months as long as the patient continues to meet

eligibility criteria. 

 

Both the patient and family must have made the choice to receive palliative care instead of curative treatments, and agrees with comfort measures for continuing care.

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Who pays for Hospice Care?

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 Hospice care is covered under Medicare, Medi-Cal and most private insurance plans.

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  As a Medicare benefit patients are covered even if they enroll in a senior HMO.

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 The Medicare Hospice benefit pays for Hospice care while the patient retains HMO enrollment for conditions other than their terminal diagnosis.

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 As a Medicare/Medi-Cal benefit, patients always have the right to choose their hospice. Patients are not required to use the hospice recommended by their HMO.

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