Hospice News August 13, 2024
A complex web of state regulations and reimbursement systems can challenge pediatric palliative care access for seriously ill children and their families.
The nation’s fragmented health care system lacks clear guidance when it comes to navigating chronic, complex conditions in children, adolescents and young adults, according to Jonathan Cottor, CEO and founder of the National Center for Pediatric Palliative Care Homes.
Much of the current state palliative regulations and reimbursement pathways focus on adult patient populations, representing a significant barrier to improved quality and support in the pediatric realm, Cottor said.
“Among the very fundamental differences is that children fall under the Medicaid system, and that’s kind of like trying to fit a square peg in a round hole,” Cottor...
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