Hospice Care

The very special people who work with us are the heart of our services. They are more than employees - they are valued members of a specialized team, dedicated to caring for people and their families as they face difficult decisions. At Hospice Care of Kansas, we care for our employees just as much as we care for our patients. Our organization is employee-focused, supportive and responsive, so all employees can confidently achieve their very best.   If you are looking for a company whose business is compassion and caring, and if you are committed to being part of a team that can really make a difference, we would like to hear from you. Please submit a cover letter indicating your interest and your resume in one of two ways: Fill out an application at the Hospice Care of Kansas location nearest you or mail your resume to:                                       Hospice Care of Kansas                                       Attention: HR Department                                       750 N. Socora; Ste 400                                        Wichita, KS  67212 Online: hospiceinformation@hospicecareofkansas.

The decision to start hospice care is not an easy one to make.  Beginning hospice care in a timely manner is an important key to its success, even though the decision is not an easy one.  Many hospice patients are ambulatory and only require occasional assistance at the time they are admitted into the hospice program. According to national statistics, "the average length of stay for patients in a hospice program is about 50 days, yet the hospice benefit as approved by Medicare is not limited in terms of time" 1 Patients and families express more satisfaction with hospice care when services start earlier.

"This was the second time we used Hospice Care of Kansas in three months. Both times I have nothing but good things to say about the care. I work in the industry. I know what good care is and Hospice Care of Kansas is the best! Thanks for all that you do. " - M.K., niece "The entire team was very compassionate and were super about giving him the ability to keep his dignity. That was so important to him and they made sure they fulfilled all of his wishes. Great team. " - G.F., daughter "The hospice services made it possible for me to care for my husband at home as was his wish and mine.

Patients are considered to be in the terminal stages of liver disease if they meet the following criteria.  Their effects are cumulative and prognosis worsens with the addition of each factor.   1. Prothrombin time > 5 sec over control ,   or INR > 1.5 & and serum albumin

Medicare, Medicaid, and virtually all managed care or fee-for-service plans cover hospice services. The expense of healthcare at the end of life can potentially be a burden, but hospice care can greatly reduce that financial burden. The Medicare Hospice Benefit is good news! Medicare offers a hospice election that is separate from its other reimbursement structures. All services, medications, treatments, respite care, supplies and equipment related to the terminal diagnosis and part of a hospice plan of care are fully covered.

Q: When is hospice appropriate? A: Hospice care is often appropriate when a patient has reached the final phases of a terminal illness, but this option may be discussed at any time during the illness. When patients choose hospice, they are making the decision to forego extreme curative measures in favor of comfort care, pain management and support for both patient and family. Q: Who is eligible for hospice care? A: A physician must certify that a hospice patient has a terminal illness and an estimated life expectancy of six months or less if the illness runs its normal course.

Medicare reimbursement rates are the same for non-profits as for-profits. Medicare sets standards and requires the same program components for all Medicare certified hospices. Hospice Care of Kansas exceeds the Medicare standards. All hospices have significant volunteer programs to benefit patients and families. All hospices offer bereavement programs for 12-18 months following the death of their loved one. All hospices have the same mission of providing care to individuals with life-limiting illnesses compassionate staff Both for-profit and non-profit hospices have compassionate staff with a calling Both for-profit and non-profit hospices serve unfunded and underfunded patients.