Birmingham, Alabama Hospice Care
The Medicare Hospice Benefit was created in 1983 to help dying patients and to support their loved ones. It provides coverage for services and items needed to manage a patient's terminal illness and ensure maximum comfort. The hospice benefit includes four (4) different levels of care, including intense types of care in order to manage crisis situations. Hospice organizations must be able to provide all four levels of care.
Choosing a hospice program can be challenging. Fortunately, the Birmingham area offers many hospices from which to choose. If you or a loved one needs hospice care, simply use the list of hospice providers below. This complete listing of hospice providers in the area includes brief descriptions of what each hospice program offers.