Hospice 101: Changing Your Mind
One of the biggest fears families have about hospice is making an irreversible decision. This video explains your absolute right to stop hospice care and return to regular Medicare coverage at any time—based on official Medicare regulations and CMS policy. What You'll Learn: -Your legal right to revoke hospice care at ANY time, for ANY reason (42 CFR § 418.28) -How to stop hospice and immediately restore all Medicare benefits -Why you can re-enroll in hospice later with full benefits if needed -How the Medicare hospice benefit structure supports flexibility (two 90-day periods + unlimited 60-day renewals) -Why 17% of people leave hospice before passing away—and why that's often a sign of good care -The difference between choosing hospice TODAY vs. closing doors for tomorrow Evidence-Based Information: This video is based on official Medicare regulations (42 CFR Part 418), the CMS Medicare Benefit Policy Manual Chapter 9, and peer-reviewed research published in the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management. All statistics and policies referenced are from authoritative sources including the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO). CONTACT EVERLIGHT HOSPICE 📞 Call: (503) 496-7000 🌐 Visit: https://www.everlighthospice.com/ 📧 Email: [email protected] EverLight Hospice provides compassionate care throughout Portland, Wilsonville, Beaverton, Lake Oswego, Gresham, Salem and surrounding communities. Our team is led by Medical Director Dr. Andrew Do (Salem Hospital) and Michael Smith, DNP (Chief Clinical Officer). We believe in transparent information and patient choice. Understanding your rights helps you make decisions without fear. Important Note: This video is for educational purposes. Hospice decisions should always be made in consultation with your physician or healthcare team. 00:00 Hospice 101: Changing Your Mind 00:13 What Is One of the Biggest Hospice Concerns of Families? 00:39 What Are Your Medicare Rights? 01:34 Can You Leave Hospice and Re-Enroll Later? 02:08 Why Is the Hospice Benefit Designed for Flexibility? 03:09 Why Is Choosing Hospice such a Difficult Decision for Some Families? 04:14 Why Your right to Revoke Is So Special 04:39 We're Here for You 04:55 Contact Us
