Palliative Care is specialized care that focuses on improving quality of
life and providing comfort to people of all ages with serious, chronic
and life-threatening illnesses.
At Butler Health System, we take a team approach to care for the whole
person - physically, emotionally and spiritually. This care is provided
by a core team of specially-trained doctors, physician assistants, nurses
and social workers who create a program based on the patient's individual goals.
Telehealth
For your convenience telehealth visits are available from the comfort of
your home or at one of our facilities in your community.
Telehealth visits uses audio and video capabilities so that you and your
care team can discuss symptoms and treatment plans. Call
724-968-5330 to schedule a telehealth appointment. For more information about telehealth
and to sign up for our patient portal to access your telehealth visit,
click here.
Question
Palliative Care
Hospice
Who can be treated?
Anyone with a serious illness at any stage of their disease
Anyone with a serious illness whom doctors think has only a short time
to live, often less than 6 months
Will my symptoms be relieved?
Yes, as much as possible
Yes, as much as possible
Can I continue to receive treatments to cure my illness?
Yes, if you wish
No, only symptom relief will be provided
Will Medicare pay?
It depends on your benefits and treatment plan
Yes, it pays all hospice charges
Does private insurance pay?
It depends on the plan
It depends on the plan
How long will I be cared for?
This depends on what care you need and your insurance plan
As long as you meet the hospice's criteria of an illness with a life expectancy
of months, not years
not years
Where will I receive this care?
• Home
• Assisted living facility
• Nursing home
• Hospital
• Home
• Assisted living facility
• Nursing home
• Hospice facility• Hospital
BHS Foundation