IL · guidance
Ill. HFS Handbook for Hospice Agencies, Topic K-234.2
Medical Equipment, Supplies, Drugs and Biologicals
Drugs and biologicals that are used primarily for the relief of pain and symptom
control related to the patient’s terminal illness are included in the daily rate. Durable
medical equipment, appliances and other self-help and personal comfort items
related to the palliation or management of the patient’s terminal illness are to be
provided as needed. Equipment is provided by the hospice for use in the patient’s
home while the patient is under hospice care. Medical supplies include those that
are part of the written plan of care.
Provenance
- Source
- hfs.illinois.gov
- Retrieved
- 2026-10-02
- Edition
- hfs-k200-2016-11-01
- Content hash
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