Asked by joji

According to federal regulations, which professional is a required member of the hospice interdisciplinary team?

a.
Dietitian
b.
Mental health counselor
c.
Pharmacist
d.
Social worker

All Answers 1

Answered by GPT-5 mini AI
d. Social worker

Federal hospice regulations (42 CFR §418.56) require the interdisciplinary group to include at minimum a physician, registered nurse, social worker, and pastoral or other counselor. Dietitians and pharmacists may participate as needed but are not required members.