Management of Heart Failure After Hospice Election

The number of hospice patients with a cardiovascular diagnosis listed as the principal diagnosis is on the rise. Heart failure patients electing hospice present unique challenges. Medication management after the hospice election may necessitate multiple medication changes. During this presentation, Dr. Ellen Fulp from AvaCare will review heart failure disease progression, identify common issues facing end-stage heart disease patients, and review pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic management options for heart failure patients. Additionally, this webinar will review potential regulatory issues associated with medication selection and payment for heart disease patients. 

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