Refer a Patient to Hospice of South Texas

Compassionate Care Begins with a Simple Referral

At Hospice of South Texas, we are dedicated to providing high-quality hospice care to patients and families. Referrals can be made by doctors, family members, or healthcare providers. We make the referral process simple and quick, ensuring that your loved one receives compassionate care as soon as possible.

Need to Refer a Loved One for Hospice Care?

When a loved one is facing a life-limiting illness, ensuring they receive the care they need is critical. At Hospice of South Texas, we work with healthcare professionals and family members to provide compassionate, end-of-life care for patients. Our team is available 24/7 to guide you through the referral process and make sure your loved one’s needs are met. Whether it’s symptom management, emotional support, or helping the family cope, we are here to provide comfort and dignity.

Why Refer a Patient to Hospice of South Texas?

Referring a patient to our hospice care ensures they receive the highest level of comfort and support.vocacy, and compassionate care for individuals, families, and caregivers.

Seamless Referral Process

We simplify the referral process, ensuring your loved one receives care as quickly as possible.

Personalized Care Plans

Each patient receives a customized care plan tailored to their unique medical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

Expert Support Team

Our team of healthcare professionals, including nurses, social workers, and counselors, provides around-the-clock care and support.

Ready to Refer a Patient to Hospice Care?

If you need to refer a patient to Hospice of South Texas, we’re here to help. Contact us today to start the process, and ensure your loved one receives the compassionate care they deserve.

Patient Eligibility

  • Life-limiting illness with a prognosis of 6 months or less
  • Patient has a declining functional status as determined
  • By either:
    • Palliative Performance Scale of 50% or less
    • Dependence in 3 out of 6 Activities of Daily Living
    • Frequent hospitalizations
    • Frequent trips to the Emergency Room
    • Weight loss of 10% or more in the last 4 to 6 months
    • Serum Albumin less than 2.5 gm / dl
    • Patient and family have elected palliative care
    • Documented clinical disease progression

Indicates patient’s ability to function independently.

Albumin is a component of protein and makes up one half of plasma protein.

Although commonly assumed, hospice care is not just for cancer patients. Hospice of South Texas provides care to patients with any end stage diagnosis. These may include, but are not limited to:

  • Metastatic Malignancies
  • Heart Disease
  • Kidney Disease
  • Liver Disease
  • Lung Disease
  • Stroke and/or Coma
  • AIDS
  • Neurological Diseases (Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Dementia, etc.)
  • Lou Gehrig’s (ALS) Disease