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What is hospice care?

Terminally ill patients may receive medical and support services through Medicare Part A from an approved hospice. Benefits may include pain-relief drugs. Terminally ill people receive Hospice care under Medicare Part A.

Does Medicare cover hospice care?

Medicare covers almost all aspects of hospice care with little expense to patients or families, as long as a Medicare-approved hospice program is used.

Medicare Part A ‘hospital insurance’ – coverage of inpatient care

Medicare Part A (hospital insurance) pays for a range of inpatient care in hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and critical-access hospitals. Part A also covers some home healthcare and hospice services.

Does Medicare cover hospice care?

Medicare covers almost all aspects of hospice care with little expense to patients or families, as long as a Medicare-approved hospice program is used.

Medicare Part A ‘hospital insurance’ – coverage of inpatient care

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