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Paying for Hospice
For most eligible patients, hospice care is covered with little or no out-of-pocket expense
MEDICARE
Covers hospice care at 100% for eligible patients
MEDICAID
Covers hospice care for eligible patients
Hospice Care
is covered by most insurance programs
PRIVATE INSURANCE
Most plans include hospice coverage
VETERANS'
bENEFITS
Benefits may be available through the VA
HOSPICE COVERAGE TYPICALLY INCLUDES
Visits from the hospice care team
Medications related to the terminal illness
Medical equipment (such as a hospital bed or oxygen)
Medical supplies
Short-term inpatient symptom management
Respite care
Grief support for the patient and family
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