Myths
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- Private or public insurers pay all necessary end-of-life care services for patients who need them.
- Anyone who cannot pay for health care can get hospice or EOL care.
- All health care providers, especially physicians and nurses are aware of EOL care (hospice and palliative care) options for their patients facing death and refer to these services appropriately.
- All medical and nursing schools teach their students about EOL care (hospice and palliative care) options for dying patients.
- Most Americans know about the benefits of hospice care.
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