LCD for Hospice - Determining Terminal Status (L25678)

Stroke and Coma Patients will be considered to be in the terminal stages of stroke or coma (life expectancy of six months or less) if they meet the following criteria: Stroke. Karnofsky Performance Status (KPS) or Palliative Performance Scale (PPS) of < 40% . Inability to maintain hydration and caloric intake with one of the following: ................
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