When your loved one has been diagnosed with a terminal illness, are you worried about the end-of-life care cost? Are you avoiding hospice owing to the cost?
Patients who meet the eligibility requirements have several options to choose from when it comes to receive support at a difficult time?
Who Pays for Hospice Care?
Hospice care costs are covered by Medicare, Medicaid, and the Veteran’s Health Administration.
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Medicare and Medicaid
A majority of hospice patients have their costs covered by Medicare through the Medicare Hospital Benefit.
In most U.S. States, Medicaid also pays for hospice care. People often become eligible for Medicaid if their income and assets are low.
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Veteran’s Benefits
Hospice care is also covered by the Veteran’s Health Administration. Get in touch with the hospice care service provider to check your eligibility.
The Veteran’s Health Administration benefits are similar to Medicare Hospice Benefits.
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Health Insurance
Patients who have private health insurance are sometimes covered for hospice care. Before choosing a private insurance, check with your insurer to determine whether hospice care is covered and under what circumstances.
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Patients Who do Not Have Insurance
If you are someone who does not qualify for Medicare, Medicaid, and do not have any private insurance, the hospice service provider can offer financial assistance to help you pay for the services.
Who Qualifies for Medicare?
Patients, who are eligible for Medicare, are required to fulfill the following criteria:
- Must be 65 years or old
- Someone who has been diagnosed with a terminal illness
- The doctor has certified that the patient has six months or less to live
Hospice care is available to terminally ill patients who want to improve their quality of life in the last days.
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