Code of Maine Rules
10 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
144 - DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES - GENERAL
Chapter 120 - REGULATIONS CONCERNING THE LICENSING AND FUNCTIONING OF HOSPICE PROGRAMS
Chapter 5 - SERVICES
Section 144-120-5.D - Services

Universal Citation: 10 ME Code Rules ยง 144-120-5.D

Current through 2024-38, September 18, 2024

Hospice services must be delivered in accordance with a care plan approved by the interdisciplinary team, regardless of whether the hospice services are provided by hospice program staff or by contractors. The care plan must provide for twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a-week services. The care plan must be reviewed periodically by the interdisciplinary team and revised as needed. The interdisciplinary team must consider the need for at least the following services when developing the care plan:

5.D.1. Social services;

5.D.2. Nursing care;

5.D.3. Counseling;

5.D.4. Pastoral care;

5.D.5. Volunteer visits to provide comfort, companionship and respite;

5.D.6. Bereavement services for at least one year after the death of the person who is terminally ill; and

5.D.7. Medical services.

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