Who is American Hospice?
American Hospice is a family owned company. We opened our doors August 11, 2003. We were certified by the state of Alabama on November 11, 2003. By November 12, 2004 we had admitted over 80 patients and expanded our service area to 10 counties. We are a small company, however, we have experienced rapid growth. Because 70% of our referrals come from friends and family members of our past and present patients we can proudly say, "We Believe in Quality Care and it Shows!"
Who is Eligible for Hospice?
Any patient who, depending on the physicians prognosis, has a terminal illness and if the terminal illness runs its normal course has a life expectancy of six months or less. In addition the patient must understand there is no cure for this illness. Treatment will be for pain / symptom control and to improve their quality of life. With the patient's physician's approval, a hospice nurse is available to assess the patient and determine if he / she is hospice appropriate.
A patient can be referred for hospice if they have:
- Congestive Heart Failure
- Coronary Artery Disease
- COPD / Emphysema
- Liver Failure
- ALS
- AIDS
- Debility / Failure to thrive
- Alzheimer / Dementia
- Renal Failure
- Cancer
- CVA
- Other
If you are unsure if a specific diagnosis is covered under hospice benefits please contact our office and one of our nurses will be happy to answer any questions that you may have.
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Where is Hospice?
Hospice is not a place. It is a service and hospice care can be provided wherever the patient lives. (Patient's home, nursing home, relatives' home, hospital, etc.)
Who Can Refer a Patient for Hospice?
Hospice referrals can be made by anyone who knows the patient and or the patient themselves. Many hospice referrals come from:
- Family members
- Community resources
- Physicians
- Health Care Providers
- Insurance Companies
- Case Managers
- Hospital facility staff
What Services are Available to American Hospice Patients?
American Hospice provides many levels of care and services to our patients. These services include:
- Medical Equipment
- Medical Supplies
- Medication related to Hospice DX
- Nurses on call 24 / 7
- Weekly Nurse Visits
- Home Health Aide
- Home Maker
- Social Worker
- Non-Denominational Pastoral Care
- Volunteers
- Therapist
- Counselors
- Respite Care
Our services are provided on an "as needed basis." All care plans and services are customized to meet the patient's needs, therefore additional services may be provided.
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How Much Does Hospice Cost?
Generally, American Hospice patients never pay for any of our services. Many patients are eligible for hospice benefits through Medicare and / or Medicaid. Most managed care and insurance companies also have hospice benefits and American Hospice handles all aspects of billing related to hospice care. We also receive donations from local companies, families and fund raisers. If absolutely necessary, private pay can be arranged as well. Yet, American Hospice will never deny an eligible patient for hospice services because of his / her financial situation. Our social workers are able to seek additional funding resources when needed.
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Contact Us
For more information about American Hospice and the services we provide, please contact us at:
American Homecare Hospice
Sylacauga, Alabama 35151
Phone: (256) 245-9212
Toll Free: 1 (866) 558-6789
Fax: (256) 245-9213
E-mail Contacts
Heaven Sapp Susan Vickery
American Hospice Serves Ten Counties
Calhoun, Clay, Cleburne, Chilton, Coosa, Jefferson, Shelby,
St. Clair, Talladega, and Tallapoosa.
At American Hospice we pride ourselves in being able to maintain a family like setting. We are a group of home town people, providing home town care to you and your loved ones when you need it the most!
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