A patient with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) wishes to use his Medicare Hospice Benefit in an effort to maximize his quality of life prior to death. What criterion will determine whether the patient qualifies for this benefit?
A) A life expectancy of less than 6 months
B) Exhaustion of all reasonable treatment options
C) Copayment by a health insurance provider
D) A demonstrated lack of a support system
A
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