Questions & answers
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Eligibility
Who is eligible for hospice care? +
Hospice is for people with a life-limiting illness and a prognosis measured in months rather than years, when the goals of care shift from cure to comfort. A physician referral helps, but families can call us directly and we will help determine eligibility.
Does choosing hospice mean giving up? +
No. Hospice is a change in the goal of care, not a withdrawal of care. Many patients feel better with focused symptom management, and some improve enough to be discharged.
Cost
How much does hospice cost? +
For eligible patients, hospice is covered in full by Medicare, Medicaid, and most commercial insurance and TRICARE plans — including visits, medications related to the illness, and equipment.
Care
Where is hospice care provided? +
Wherever the patient calls home — a house or apartment, a family member's home, or an assisted-living or skilled-nursing facility.
Is someone available at night? +
Yes. A hospice nurse is on call 24 hours a day, every day, for urgent needs.