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S0257 End of life counseling

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Also known as: end-of-life counseling, advance directives

End of life counseling including advance directives and palliative care planning. Discussion of patient wishes, goals of care, and treatment preferences.

Clinical Context

Physician or non-physician discussion with patient and family about goals of care, advance directives, do-not-resuscitate orders, and organ donation. Often in serious illness or aging context.

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Specialties

Palliative CareGeriatricsAll Specialties

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