COVERAGE
How Hospice Coverage Works
Medicare covers 100% of hospice care, for those who qualify. Medicare is available to everyone over 65, but you can qualify earlier if you have a disability or certain conditions such as End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) or Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS).
What is Covered with Hospice Care?
Doctor consultations and medical services.
Nursing care and medical equipment for pain management and symptom relief.
Essential medical supplies such as bandages or catheters.
Prescription drugs for pain management.
Assistance and homemaker services.
Care placement, meaning we can help find the right environment to receive care in.
Rehabilitation services including; physical, occupational, and speech therapy.
Social services to address emotional and practical needs.
Dietary counseling for optimal nutrition.
Spiritual and grief counseling for both you and your family.
Short-term inpatient care for intensive symptom management in a Medicare-approved facility.
Inpatient respite care allowing your primary caregiver to rest, arranged by your hospice provider, with stays of up to 5 days each time.
Any other Medicare-covered services recommended by your hospice team to address pain and symptoms related to your terminal illness and associated conditions.
To qualify, individuals must meet the following criteria:
The patient has Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance).
The patient’s doctor and the hospice medical director certify that the patient is terminally ill with a life expectancy of six months or less if the illness runs its normal course.
The patient chooses hospice care instead of curative treatments for their illness.
The patient receives care from a Medicare-approved hospice program.
Learn more about Medicare coverage and qualifications here and estimate Medicare eligibility here.
For more information about Medicare for those under 65, click here.
We believe that everyone deserves access to top-quality end-of-life care. Our team is dedicated to guiding you through the process of accessing hospice benefits and verifying your insurance coverage to guarantee you receive all the benefits you're entitled to. If you have any questions or concerns about payment or coverage, please don't hesitate to contact us.