{"id":8385,"date":"2024-04-26T08:25:43","date_gmt":"2024-04-26T08:25:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/matrixbricks.us\/suncrest\/?p=8385"},"modified":"2024-09-21T05:57:26","modified_gmt":"2024-09-21T05:57:26","slug":"do-you-have-to-buy-equipment-supplies-for-hospice-care-at-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/matrixbricks.us\/suncrest\/do-you-have-to-buy-equipment-supplies-for-hospice-care-at-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Do You Have to Buy Equipment &#038; Supplies for Hospice Care at Home?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In Chicago, most people who are eligible for<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/matrixbricks.us\/suncrest\/hospice\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hospice<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> care choose to receive services at home. And unlike medical facilities, homes aren\u2019t ordinarily stocked with the medical equipment and supplies needed to care for someone who is terminally ill.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So, are families expected to purchase these items?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thankfully, Medicare, the Illinois Medicaid program and most other insurance providers offer generous coverage for hospice care at home. More often than not, Chicago families don\u2019t pay for any medical equipment or medical supplies. Here, the professional team at Suncrest answers common questions about these must-haves.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-9078 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/matrixbricks.us\/suncrest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/hospice-care-Chicago.webp\" alt=\"hospice care Chicago\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/matrixbricks.us\/suncrest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/hospice-care-Chicago.webp 1000w, https:\/\/matrixbricks.us\/suncrest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/hospice-care-Chicago-300x200.webp 300w, https:\/\/matrixbricks.us\/suncrest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/hospice-care-Chicago-79x53.webp 79w, https:\/\/matrixbricks.us\/suncrest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/hospice-care-Chicago-768x512.webp 768w, https:\/\/matrixbricks.us\/suncrest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/hospice-care-Chicago-900x600.webp 900w, https:\/\/matrixbricks.us\/suncrest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/hospice-care-Chicago-675x450.webp 675w, https:\/\/matrixbricks.us\/suncrest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/hospice-care-Chicago-24x16.webp 24w, https:\/\/matrixbricks.us\/suncrest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/hospice-care-Chicago-36x24.webp 36w, https:\/\/matrixbricks.us\/suncrest\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/hospice-care-Chicago-48x32.webp 48w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/>What Medical Equipment Is Covered?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The medical equipment needed for hospice care at home varies depending on the patient\u2019s condition. In view of this, essential equipment \u2013 including the following &#8211;typically comes at no cost:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Electric adjustable bed<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bedside commode<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wheelchair or walker<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Geriatric recliner<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Patient lift<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shower chair<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">CPAP machine<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blood pressure monitor<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oxygen equipment<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nebulizer kit<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feeding pump<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The list above isn\u2019t comprehensive, but should give Chicago families an idea of what types of medical equipment may be supplied for hospice care at home. When the time comes, members of the hospice team make arrangements for the delivery and set-up of all necessary equipment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Which Medical Supplies Are Provided?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A range of medical supplies may be a must to have on-hand for hospice services to be delivered in the home setting. Medicare, the Illinois Medicaid program and most other insurance providers cover the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bandages and gauze<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Disposable gloves<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Syringes or needles<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Foley catheters<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oxygen tubing<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adult diapers or briefs<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Adult wet wipes<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Feeding tubes<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mouth swabs<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Again, the list above is incomplete, but after seeing what medical supplies are customarily covered, it should be clear that Chicago families won\u2019t need to worry about purchasing any of the essentials. Also, as supplies run low, the hospice team will make sure they\u2019re replenished.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Does Everything Come with Instructions?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Definitely. A member of the patient\u2019s hospice team shows the family exactly how to use each piece of medical equipment, and they also provide guidance on the proper use of the medical supplies provided.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the event of a question, anyone can reach out for an answer at any time. Medicare-certified hospice agencies, like Suncrest, have a hotline open for calls 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and if a concern cannot be addressed over the phone, someone is sent out to the patient\u2019s home to resolve the situation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>What if the Patient\u2019s Needs Change?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Terminally ill individuals may initially have need of certain pieces of medical equipment \u2013 such as a walker or geriatric recliner \u2013 but as time goes on, those items may no longer be used. And sometimes, new gear \u2013 like catheters or oxygen equipment &#8212; becomes necessary at a later stage.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With hospice care at home, this isn\u2019t an issue. As the patient\u2019s condition evolves, equipment may come and go, and additional medical supplies may be provided. The hospice team continually evaluates the individual\u2019s needs to ensure they aren\u2019t lacking any essentials, and when an item isn\u2019t needed, they\u2019ll arrange for it to be removed from the home.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Is There Anything Families Should Purchase?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When a terminally ill individual chooses hospice care at home in Chicago, all of the equipment and supplies they need are covered under Medicare, the Illinois Medicaid program and most other forms of insurance. However, families may want to provide certain items to ensure comfort and convenience for their loved one. Here are a few extras to consider:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><i>Cozy blankets <\/i><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 Quite often, those who are terminally ill tend to get cold quickly. By adding or removing covers, it\u2019s easier to keep the temperature regulated.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><i>Positioning devices<\/i><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 When someone is restricted to their bed, using wedges, cushions or pillows can help avert the development of pressure sores.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><i>An over<\/i>&#8211;<\/strong><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>the-bed tabl<\/strong>e<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Grabbing a drink, snack or any other item is easier when it\u2019s on this type of table, and the surface is also ideal to hold a laptop or tablet.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><i>A baby monitor or bell<\/i><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 For anyone on hospice care at home, a straightforward method of communicating with caregivers not in the room can be crucial.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><i>Nightlights <\/i><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 The last thing a hospice patient needs is to fall and suffer an injury, and with nightlights placed in hallways and rooms, this is less likely to happen.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><strong><i>Favorite foods <\/i><\/strong><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 When a terminally ill individual is willing and able to eat, having much-loved snacks and treats readily available can provide an emotional boost.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">None of the above items are required for hospice care at home in Chicago, but having them can make the transition to hospice a bit less stressful. That said, families should check with the patient\u2019s chosen hospice agency before making any purchases \u2013 by doing so, they can get pointers on what they should and shouldn\u2019t buy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>\u00a0<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do you have a question we didn\u2019t answer here? At Suncrest Hospice of Chicago, we\u2019re always happy to help. If you\u2019d like to know more about medical equipment and medical supplies for hospice patients \u2013 or about<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/matrixbricks.us\/suncrest\/location\/home-health-and-hospice-care-chicago\/\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hospice care at home<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in general \u2013 contact our office in Chicago, Illinois, today.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In Chicago, most people who are eligible for hospice care choose to receive services at home. 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