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The Secret is Out: Hospice Recertification Made Easy!

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An example of this could be that your hospice aide has requested a change in diaper size for the patient. These are all items that can support hospice recertification. ADLS : dependent in all ADLs; frequently agitated; occasionally delusional. Let me start by saying that all changes that show decline is important.

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Hospice Documentation What You Need to Know

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For instance, the nurse documents that the patient is totally bed-bound (PPS 30%) but the hospice aide states the patient uses a walker. Another issue that can occur is with the hospice aide care plan. For example, you enter an order and care plan for showers, but the aide documents a bed bath was given.