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Insurance and Medicare hospice coverage

Medicare generally covers hospice care when eligibility requirements are met and the patient elects comfort-focused care for the terminal illness.

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Coverage Guidance

What Medicare hospice coverage may include

What coverage may include

Hospice nursing, medical director oversight, social work, chaplain care, and hospice aide services.
Medications, supplies, oxygen, and equipment related to the terminal diagnosis and care plan.
Family education, care coordination, volunteer services, and bereavement support.

What families should ask

What is covered under the hospice plan of care?
Which medications and equipment are related to the terminal diagnosis?
Who should the family call after hours?

Need direct help?

Call 214-506-8422 or use the referral page. We can help you understand what information is needed.

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