There are primarily two levels of care provided in this facility, inpatient and respite care.
In-patient care is available at the INTEGRIS Hospice House when pain or other distressing symptoms cannot be managed at home, when family situations escalate and the care giving demands of the patient cannot be met or when terminally ill hospitalized patients need to transition into end-of-life care. Respite care is short-term in-patient hospice care that provides relief for the caregiver. There is not a geographic limitation for admission.
Hospice care is covered under Medicare, most private insurance plans, HMOs, and other managed care organizations.
Referrals to Hospice of Oklahoma County or the INTEGRIS Hospice House may be initiated by a medical professional, community agent, friend, family member, or the patient by calling (405) 848-8884. A nurse will consult with the patient, family and primary care physician to assess whether hospice care is appropriate and desired, upon receiving a request for services.