Can someone receiving hospice care continue to see their primary physician?

A person receiving hospice care can continue to see any of their physicians, but it’s important to let the hospice provider know prior to scheduling any visits so the hospice provider can ensure that care related to the hospice diagnosis is not duplicated.

While it’s OK to attend these visits, it’s also OK that visits cease. Traveling can be difficult, and that’s one reason why hospice care is provided in the home environment—to ensure that the person remains comfortable while having their medical needs met.