Nursing homes and other healthcare facilities must meet the requirements set out in F849, which includes arranging for the provision of hospice services through an agreement with one or more Medicare-certified hospices, or assisting the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services when a resident requests a transfer. The facility must have a written agreement with the hospice, which outlines the services the hospice will provide, the responsibilities of the facility and hospice, the communication process, and the responsibilities of the facility's interdisciplinary team member. The facility must also provide orientation to hospice staff and ensure that the resident's written plan of care includes both the most recent hospice plan of care and a description of the services furnished by the facility. Facilities must also inform residents of the available hospice services and allow them to choose their preferred provider. Nursing homes and other healthcare facilities must take these actions in order to ensure the quality of care for their residents.

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