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How to ‘Sell’ Palliative Care to Health System Partners

Hospice News

“The patient-centered approach aligns with a growing emphasis on patient experience and satisfaction in health care. Enhanced care coordination … supports improved patient outcomes, fewer duplicated services and reduced health care costs,” Davis said in an email.

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The Intersections Between Hospice and Palliative Care

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More research and education are needed to help fill these knowledge gaps and improve understanding of both hospice and palliative care and how they differ, said Dr. Andy Esch, palliative care specialist and CAPC’s senior education advisor.