Donald Schumacher says many fear something about how they want end - of - life care handled . Some politicians stoked it with misinformation to try to derail the reform , he says . But advanced care now gives people a control over their care before a crisis , he says . Research has shown that patient-physician discussions result in a higher quality of life for patients and their family caregivers facing the end of a life . Writer : Health care professionals agree Medicare should pay for this sensible planning .
Donald Schumacher says many fear something about how they want end - of - life care handled . Some politicians stoked it with misinformation to try to derail the reform , he says . But advanced care now gives people a control over their care before a crisis , he says . Writer : Health care professionals agree Medicare should pay for this sensible planning .