Do state and federal reviewers inspect and evaluate hospices?
There are federal, state, and professional organizations that evaluate hospice programs to protect consumers. These organizations survey hospices to see whether they are providing care that meets defined standards. These reviews consider the customary practices of the hospice, such as policies and procedures, medical records, personal records, evaluation studies, and in many cases also include visits to patients and families currently under care of the hospice. As you research different hospice programs, ask hospice representatives to share the survey report with you and to answer any questions you may have about this complex document.
