Who
pays for Hospice Care?
Hospice
care is available to all persons, regardless of their ability to
pay. Hospice care is fully covered by Medicare and Medicaid and
many other types of health plans, including health maintenance organizations
(HMOs), preferred provider organizations (PPOs), and other private
insurance. If you have insurance other than Medicare (Part A) or
Medicaid, your hospice program will help you determine the coverage
by contacting your insurance company for you.
Hospice care may be covered by:
- Medicare
- Medicaid
- Private insurance
- Private payment
- United Way financial assistance
Our
staff can help you determine coverage is available to you. |