From 02/05/2014 through 05/02/2014, the claimant presented with abdominal ascites, hepatic encephalopathy, abdominal hernia, a jaundiced skin, a decreased oral intake, increased weakness, fatigue, a gradual physical decline, and a significant weight loss. The claimant also required total assistance with all the activities of daily living. She was discharged from hospice care for a more aggressive treatment for his hip fracture.
Further, from 05/22/2015 to 06/20/2015, it was noted that the claimant was re-admitted to hospice service due to the same diagnosis (alcoholic cirrhosis of the liver). He still presented with ascites and abdominal hernia. He had muscle wasting, a significant weight loss of 25 pounds, increased weakness, bowel and bladder
Further, from 05/22/2015 to 06/20/2015, it was noted that the claimant was re-admitted to hospice service due to the same diagnosis (alcoholic cirrhosis of the liver). He still presented with ascites and abdominal hernia. He had muscle wasting, a significant weight loss of 25 pounds, increased weakness, bowel and bladder