What are some signs that my loved one may quality for hospice?

• Trips to the hospital become more frequent

• There is noticeable weight loss

• Infections become recurrent

• There is a recognizable change in mental ability

• A decline in your loved one’s specific condition

Does my loved ones’ primary physician determine eligibility?

Because of the familiarity with their patient’s declining medical condition over time, they can more accurately determine a prognosis of six months or less. A secondary determination by a hospice medical director or nurse with hospice training is required to determine eligibility.

What if we don’t have a primary physician?

In many cases, a specialist with long-term familiarity of their patient’s medical condition will suffice. If there is no single doctor that has enough medical history to make the determination, families may request a one-time visit with the Capstone medical team to determine eligibility.