Expanding Access to Palliative Care for Seriously Ill Individuals
This new act aims to improve access to palliative care for individuals with serious illnesses, such as cancer or heart disease. Through this model, patients will be able to receive comprehensive care at home or in other settings, which is intended to reduce unnecessary hospital visits and enhance their quality of life.
Key points
Introduction of a new community-based palliative care model, available outside of hospitals.
Care will be accessible to individuals with serious illnesses, regardless of prior hospice care use.
Services will be provided by multidisciplinary teams, 24/7, including telehealth options.
The goal is to improve the comfort of patients and their families, and reduce hospital burden.
Status:
Introduced
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