117 Understanding the Complexities of Hospice Care with Renee McInnes In this episode of Hospice Explained, host Marie Betcher RN interviews Renee McInnes, MBA RN, the CEO of NVNA and Hospice. Renee shares her extensive experience in home health and hospice care and discusses the various services her organization provides. She highlights the nuances of running a residential hospice house, explaining financial challenges, the importance of philanthropy, and the impact of healthcare reimbursements. Through touching personal stories, Renee illustrates the emotional and practical aspects of hospice care, underscoring the need for more consumer education and better healthcare system collaboration. 00:00 Introduction to Hospice Explained 00:35 Meet Renee McInnes: CEO of NVNA and Hospice 02:21 Understanding Hospice and Palliative Care Services 03:58 Challenges and Financial Aspects of Hospice Care 12:49 Personal Stories and Experiences in Hospice Care 23:30 The Importance of Education and Collaboration in Healthcare 26:38 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Finding a Hospice Agency

1. You can use Medicare.gov to help find a hospice agency,

2. choose Find provider

3. Choose Hospice

4. then add your zip code

This should be a list of Hospice Agencies local to you or your loved one.

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