Journeying with You Through Compassionate Care
Desert Valley Hospice and Palliative Care hospice facility hospice care Peo
Journeying with You Through Compassionate Care
Journeying with You Through Compassionate Care
Journeying with You Through Compassionate Care
Navigating a challenging illness can be daunting, but you don't have to face it alone. At Desert Valley Hospice & Palliative Care in Phoenix, AZ, we understand the importance of support. Serving families across Maricopa County.
Drawing from years of collective hospice expertise, our team of adept clinicians and caregivers extends their support to patients across Maricopa County, Arizona. Within the familiar embrace of your own home, amidst loved ones, we deliver tailored comfort care uniquely crafted to meet the specific needs of individuals facing advanced-stage terminal illnesses.
In our Palliative Care Program, we offer essential support to patients in the Phoenix area, irrespective of insurance eligibility or financial capacity. While some individuals face hurdles due to payment concerns, others encounter barriers with Medicare's eligibility criteria. Our Palliative Care Program is designed to overcome these gaps in the healthcare system, ensuring that everyone receives the care they need.
Always Caring. Always Here. Our commitment remains steadfast in delivering hospice and palliative care services tailored to your preferences, whenever and wherever you need them. The decision to opt for hospice varies from person to person. While a physician may suggest hospice once curative treatments are exhausted, a patient might choose hospice when their focus shifts to comfort, dignity, and enhancing quality of life, moving away from aggressive interventions.
You can trust that at Desert Valley Hospice & Palliative Care, your Medicare coverage is fully accepted as payment. For patients eligible for hospice under original Medicare, we waive the need for co-pays, deductibles, or any additional out-of-pocket expenses. Your Medicare payment covers a range of services including clinician care, medications relevant to your hospice diagnosis, associated supplies, and even necessary equipment.
Since 2019, our Palliative Care program has been independently operating from our traditional hospice services. This separation allows us to deliver essential care regardless of insurance coverage. Consequently, no insurance or Medicare stipulations will hinder patients from accessing Desert Valley Palliative Care services in the comfort of their own home. Additionally, our program accommodates patients with uncertain prognoses, those undergoing dialysis, and individuals pursuing curative treatments, which are typically restricted under hospice care guidelines.
Experience compassionate, flexible care tailored to your needs with Desert Valley Palliative Care.
Experience personalized, at-home palliative care with Desert Valley.
Palliative care nurses and social workers providing emotional support for terminal disease experiences
Dr. Patrick Sciara, MD, is a highly regarded physician specializing in internal medicine with over two decades of experience. A native of Phoenix, Dr. Sciara completed his medical education at the University of Arizona College of Medicine and his residency at St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Dr. Sciara's career is marked by significant contributions to the medical community. He played a pivotal role in establishing and shaping the Internal Medicine Hospitalist group at John C. Lincoln Deer Valley Hospital, where he also serves as the Chair of Medicine. In addition to his clinical expertise, Dr. Sciara is deeply committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care, ensuring that patients receive the highest level of medical attention and support.
With a strong background in both hospice and palliative care, Dr. Sciara brings invaluable knowledge and empathy to his role as the Founder and Medical Director of Desert Valley Hospice & Palliative Care. His leadership and dedication help guide a team of skilled professionals committed to enhancing the quality of life for patients and their families throughout Maricopa County (Alliance Medical Clinic) (HonorHealth) (Desert Valley Hospice).
We are an ACHC-accredited, Medicare-certified, and Medicaid-approved hospice provider proudly serving Maricopa County, AZ. Our team consists of 20 dedicated and compassionate professionals, forming a private, independent agency that delivers truly comprehensive care. With over a century of combined experience, we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of compassion, service, and professionalism. At our core, we strive to provide exceptional support and care to every patient and family we serve.
Extensive research shows that patients opting for home hospice care often live longer—by days to months—compared to those undergoing aggressive treatments or receiving palliative care in other settings. Skilled hospice care not only enhances the quality of life but also provides the comfort and peace of being at home. This approach significantly benefits caregivers' emotional well-being, ensures care aligns with patients' values, and can even extend life expectancy.
Call: (602) 296-4584 Fax: (602) 296-5869
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