Does Medicare cover hospice care?

Medicare Part A covers all hospice services related to your terminal diagnosis at no cost to you. This includes nursing visits, physician oversight, medications for pain and symptom relief, medical equipment, and all necessary medical supplies.

There are no deductibles, copayments, or out-of-pocket expenses for hospice services under Medicare. Everything required for your hospice care is fully covered, so you can focus on comfort and quality of life without financial concerns.

Medicare also places no fixed limit on how long you can receive hospice care. As long as your physician continues to certify that you meet eligibility criteria, you may remain on hospice for as long as you need support.