VITAS reduces the strain on hospitals, patients, and families when curative treatment is no longer effective.
If a patient’s life expectancy is six months or less and curative treatments are no longer effective or desired, it may be time to consider hospice.
VITAS provides expert guidance to help hospitals evaluate hospice eligibility and facilitate the often-challenging goals-of-care conversations with patients and their families. By collaborating with healthcare teams, VITAS ensures timely transitions to hospice care that prioritize patient dignity and reduce strain on hospital resources.
Ready to Refer?
If you're ready to request a hospice evaluation for your patient, you can refer securely online to VITAS Healthcare. Discover why we’re the nation’s leader.
