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Hospice Explained Podcast

Dec 27, 2021

This episode describes the Fast Scale which is used in Azlheimer's and Dementia patients to assist in determining Hospice Eligibility, and the FAST scale which is a percentage scale scored in 5 areas: Ambulation(walking), Activity & Evidence of Disease, Self-Care, Intake(food/fluids), Level of Conscious(alertness).


Dec 6, 2021

This episode discusses the term Call Dr. Kevorkian, Death with Dignity, Physician assisted suicide and Physician aid in Dying. 

This is a discussion and education from Dr. Mulder a Pioneer in Palliative Care and Hospice Medicine. 

https://deathwithdignity.org

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jack_Kevorkian


Nov 29, 2021

  Dr. John Mulder is a pioneering member of the palliative care specialty. This episode is part 1 of 2. On Today's episode Dr. Mulder explains differences in palliative and hospice, how technology can impact healthcare and the stigma of other Doctors referring to hospice or palliative care for their patients.


Nov 21, 2021

 In this episode I interview Chris Graham P.A. Chris is the Co-Founder of Stillwater Hospice that has locations in Montana, South Dakota and Wyoming. Chris explains the Medicare coverage for Hospice patients. We also discuss coverage for those not on Medicare, Provider education, Covid protocols, bereavement and grief...


Nov 8, 2021

Interview with Pepper Cappuccio RN, the author of the book:

"Warm Water The Last Act of...