Palliative Care Needs a Defined Scope to Expand Access, Reimbursement
In a recent Hospice News article, it's noted that without an established palliative care payment system or an agreed-upon definition in place, care delivery models, patient experiences, and reimbursement will vary widely. In response, CAPC's Brynn Bowman says palliative care can take on different meanings to different populations, including patients, clinicians, and payers, creating a challenge.