Hospice Eligibility Criteria for Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple sclerosis hospice criteria

Multiple sclerosis hospice eligibility may be considered when a patient experiences one or more of the following: 

• Significant decline in mobility or inability to walk independently 
• Increasing dependence on others for activities of daily living, such as eating, dressing, bathing, or toileting 
• Difficulty swallowing or recurrent aspiration 
• Significant weight loss, poor appetite, or difficulty maintaining adequate nutrition and hydration 
• Recurrent infections, including pneumonia or urinary tract infections 
• Progressive weakness, fatigue, or loss of muscle function 
• Difficulty speaking or communicating 
• Respiratory complications or difficulty clearing secretions 
• Increasing cognitive impairment or confusion 
• Frequent hospitalizations, emergency room visits, or other signs of ongoing health decline