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A patient needs to meet certain eligibility
criteria for NHH assistance, then here are several ways
for a patient to enter our Hospice program.
The patient can contact NHH and
refer themselves directly.
Family members, clergy, friends,
and others who care about a loved one living with a terminal
illness may also call NHH at any time to begin the referral
process. The patient's physician is often the first to call
NHH after consulting with the patient, but really anyone may
call or stop by the office if they think hospice might be
an option.
The patient's physician does need
to supply the formal referral to NHH. After consulting with
the patient and the family, the physician can simply call
and speak to a hospice nurse. The nurse will then promptly
meet with the patient to establish a plan for hospice care.
You are invited to call
(808) 885-7547 or visit the office
to address any questions you may have.
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